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News18
08-08-2025
- Automotive
- News18
JK Tyre Racing season 2025 set to roar into action in Coimbatore
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu)[India], August 8 (ANI): The adrenaline is set to rise as JK Tyre's racing season 2025 kicks off this weekend at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore on Saturday. The opening round promises thrilling on-track battles, as racers aim to make a strong start in the Novice Cup and the Continental GT Cup. With entries from across the country, from Jammu, Delhi, Sikkim, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Chennai, the stage is set for an exciting weekend of racing. For two-wheeler enthusiasts, the Continental GT Cup promises high-speed drama with its unique Pro-Am format, where amateur and professional riders compete together. After a nationwide talent hunt- 'Street to Track", Royal Enfield held zonal selection rounds across North, South, East & West zones. A total of 64 amateur riders were selected from these zonal selections, who then joined 50 professional riders for the final selection round. At the end of the selection process, 24 of the fastest riders in Amateur and Pro each will race. The selected riders will now ride identical, race-tuned Continental GT-R650S. Now in its fifth year, the GT Cup continues to grow in popularity and intensity. The Novice Cup, introduced in 2018 as part of JKNRC, features Indian-made Formula cars and is considered the most sought-after entry-level single-seater category in the country, ideal for amateurs starting out in formula racing. The grid this year comprises of 27 racers representing five professional teams namely – Bangalore based Team Avalanche Racing (owned by ex-racer Fazal Malik), Team M-Sport (owned by international racing star Armaan Ebrahim), Team DTS Racing (owned by former national racing champion Diljith TS), Team Momentum Motorsport (owned by ex-racer Rasheed Khan) and Team Delta Speeds (owned by racing driver Mohit Aryan). The valuable experience of the team principals, combined with the passion and energy of these young drivers, is sure to make the races exciting and competitive. The 2025 season will witness 10 races of the Novice Cup and eight races of the RE GT Cup spread across three rounds, all scheduled to take place in Coimbatore. The races will be webcast live on JK Tyre Motorsport's social media pages on Saturday and Sunday. (ANI)
NDTV
03-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup Registrations Begin For 5th Season
Royal Enfield has announced the 2025 edition of its Continental GT Cup. With this, the online rider registrations for the competition have begun. This year, the hunt for the budding racers has been extended to eight cities, which is a significant increase compared to the four cities covered last year. The zonal selection round for the competition will be held in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, Guwahati, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad. Participants can register under two classifications: amateur or professional, depending on their prior experience. Each zonal event will take place over two days, with the first day dedicated to training led by expert instructors from the Royal Enfield Track School, followed by time-based selection trials on the second day. Also Read: 2025 Suzuki V-Strom 800 Range Updated With New Colours A total of 64 amateur participants will be chosen from the eight zonal events—eight from each site—and will be accompanied by 50 professional racers for the final selection round. This concluding selection phase is scheduled for July 3 to 6, 2025, at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore. From this event, the fastest 24 riders from both categories will secure a position on the racing grid. Royal Enfield will maintain its Pro-Am format, which allows amateur riders to compete alongside professional ones. The Twin-Power Trophy is also returning; in this series, each professional racer will partner with an amateur rider to form a team, providing newcomers the chance to gain insights from the experienced racers. Royal Enfield initiated the Continental GT Cup in 2021 to enhance accessibility to track racing for both novice and seasoned riders. Those who qualify for the grid will compete on GT-R650 motorcycles, constructed with uniform specifications to emphasize rider skill above all.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Royal Enfield Continental Cup registrations open: Eligibility criteria, cities & more explained
Royal Enfield has opened registrations for the 2025 season of the Continental GT Cup, inviting amateur and professional riders to participate in the track racing championships . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The new season will now see zonal selection rounds now taking place across eight cities. Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup 2025: All you need to know The zonal rounds will be held in Chennai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Guwahati, Delhi-NCR, Pune, and Bangalore. This is a significant step up from last year's edition, which had only four selection cities. The online registration process begins today, with the sole eligibility requirement being a valid driving licence. Royal Enfield Classic 650 Review: An Icon Just Got Bigger! | TOI Auto Riders can apply under two categories: amateur or professional based on their previous experience. Each zonal round will span two days, with training conducted by expert instructors from the Royal Enfield Track School on the first day, followed by time-based selection trials on the second. Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup 2025: Selection and more details A total of 64 amateur riders will be selected from the eight zonal rounds - eight from each location - and will be joined by 50 professional racers for the final selections. The final selection round will be held from July 3 to 6, 2025, at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore. From there, the fastest 24 riders, across both categories, will earn a spot on the racing grid. The upcoming season will once again feature the unique 'Pro-Am' format, where professional and amateur riders compete on the same grid. The ' Twin Power Trophy ' also returns, pairing one pro with one amateur to create a dynamic team-based structure. While individual podiums and titles will be awarded, the added team element is expected to enhance strategic racing and collaborative learning. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The racing season will officially begin in August 2025 and continue for four months, culminating in November. It will include eight races spread over three rounds. The races will be held under the banner of the JK Tyre National Racing Championship and the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India ( FMSCI ). Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India.
