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CS Santosh To Raid Abu Dhabi World Rally
CS Santosh, the unassuming young man from Bangalore is prepping up for his first ever World Cross Country Rally Championship that begins from April 4th. At a small press conference held today in the city, Santosh appeared confident as he answered questions put forth by the media. Santosh's participation in the World Cross Country Rally Championship is not a big deal just for him, but a proud moment for the country as he is the first Indian to participate at the global level.
Winner of the 14th Raid De Himalaya, Santosh spent a week in Navada, United States, earlier this month doing navigation training under Dakar Rally winner Jimmy Lewis on a KTM. Navigation skills are critical as the rider has to rely on his own skills to negotiate the harsh desert conditions. The World Cross Country Rally Championship, however, is a stepping stone for Santosh. After gaining enough experience Santosh's final goal will be to take part in the 2015 Dakar Rally. Following are the images from the press event held earlier this day.
Santosh's Honda CRF that won him the 14th Raid De Himalaya
The machine for the Abu Dhabi World Cross Country Rally Championship, however, will be a more powerful Suzuki.
One of the more important things behind Santosh's success and emergence as a champion is the support he has received over the years. For his World Cross Country Rally Championship participation he will be backed by FMSCI, Pro Bikes Dubai, MP1, Mercureal sports and community partner xBHP.
Explaining the challenges he would face in Abu Dhabi, Santosh said riding his bike in the tough terrain while simultaneously navigating would be the most difficult part.
Speaking on the occassion Mr. Bharath Raj, Vice President, FMSCI said the organisation was proud of Santosh and stressed on the importance of support and the right kind of exposure required to make motorsports a popular sport in the country.
World Cross Country Rally Championship Video
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