
By Our Reporter
Rajiv Ruparelia continues to enjoy success in motor sport .Yesterday he won the Mosac Autocross Championship that took place in Kapeeka, Nakaseke District.
Over 30 crews took part in the championship. In the second place was Jonas Kansiime, Christakis Fitidis came third whereas Edson Mungyereza and Andrew Musome came fourth and fifth respectively.
In June, Rajiv emerged overall winner of the Federation of Motorsport Clubs of Uganda (FMU) Autocross championship Kayunga. He joined motor ralling in Apri this year.
Rajiv and co-driver Ronnie Walia finished in the top spot after posting the fastest time of 05:18.5 ahead of the crew comprising of Ponsiano Rwakataka in second position, Ronald Ssebuguzi posted a time of 05:22.2.
In April this year, Rajiv joined Rallystar Academy in South Africa for a specialised rally training. He was trained by Africa’s number one trainer Leone Botha.
Navigated by Ronnie Walia, Rajiv’s team RR – ‘Double Trouble’ is managed by veteran rally driver Dipu Rupareria while Mike Mwangi is the Chief Mechanic.