Today we have the honor of speaking with a true pioneer of Indian motorsport — Rajini Krishnan. Widely regarded as India’s most successful motorcycle racer, Rajini has carved his name into history with multiple national championships and international victories. His journey from humble beginnings to competing on global circuits is a story of resilience, passion,…
In this episode we interVIEW Mr. Shyam Kumar, Chairman of the FMSCI Karting Commission. We’re excited to hear his insights on the evolution of karting, the challenges ahead, and his vision for the future of Karting in India. Let’s go Karting !!! How would you describe the current state of karting in India, both in terms…
Today, we’re joined by Anand Philar—a veteran motorsports journalist whose pen has chronicled the rise of Indian motorsport for over three decades. From the dusty rally trails to the roar of circuit racing, Anand has been a witness, writer, commentator, a self-taught photographer and advocate for sport’s evolution. (all photos (c) Anand Philar) What first…
From the streets of Chennai to the podiums of national championships, Jagathishree Kumaresan has carved her name into Indian motorsport history. A three-time national champion in drag and circuit racing, she’s not just fast—she’s fearless. In 2024, she clinched the Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (Girls Stock 165cc) and the Drag Racing Championship, all while…
At just 12 years old, Rivaan Dev Preetham is already rewriting the script for Indian motorsport prodigies. Hailing from Chennai, Rivaan is a two-time Indian National Karting Champion (2023 & 2024) and two times Meco Meritus Cup winner. He’s the first and only Indian to win a race at the FIA Motorsport Games, where he placed…
You started racing at just six years old. What drew you to the sport so early, and what do you remember most from your first few races? I started racing at just six years old because of my father. He was always involved in motorsports. I remember being fascinated by the bikes and the speed….
Geoffrey Emmanuel, a 20-year-old motorcycling prodigy from Chennai, is rewriting history as the first Indian to compete in the prestigious FIM Moto2 European Championship—a feeder series to Moto2 World Championship. Son of seven-time national champion Emmanuel Jebaraj, Geoffrey’s journey from the Honda India Talent Cup to the European circuits has been marked by grit, discipline,…
Shravanthika Lakshmi receiving the “Outstanding Woman in Motorsport” award from Ms. Sita Raina, Chairperson FMSCI Women in Motorsport. Then President, Mr.Prithiviraj (Right in the photo) and Vice President Mr.Shivu Shivappa (Left in the photo) Shravanthika Lakshmi is a 21-year-old motorsports trailblazer from Coimbatore, India. Her journey into motorsports began with karting in 2017, and she’s since…
Today we have the pleasure of interVIEWing Mr. Subash, who has served as a Paddock Marshal, for more than 15 years and a recipient of the maiden FMSCI Award for Volunteers & Officials for his exemplary service. From installing transponders on race machines to performing quick swaps between vehicles under high-pressure conditions, Mr. Subash’s calm efficiency and deep technical knowledge…
