Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup 2024: First Round Thrills & Winners

Updated: Tuesday, August 27, 2024, 19:04 [IST]

The first round of the Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup 2024 concluded on August 24 and 25, 2024, at the Madras International Circuit in Chennai. The event featured 24 racers from across India, selected through a rigorous process, competing fiercely on the track.

This year's competition introduced the Twin Power Trophy, which pairs a professional rider with an amateur. This new format brought together 12 professionals and 12 amateurs, aiming to elevate racing standards and provide a platform for skill development and mentorship.

RE Continental GT Cup 2024: Round 1 Highlights

Anish Shetty claimed the first position in the professional category, closely followed by Navneeth Kumar S in second place. PM Soorya secured the third spot by edging out Kayan Zubin Patel based on consistent standings. In the amateur category, Yogesh P led the pack with Nijin A and Johnson Saldanha securing second and third positions respectively.

Race 1 saw Anish Shetty take the lead in the professional category, followed by Navaneeth Kumar S and Jagadeesh Nagaraja. In the amateur category, Yogesh P secured the top spot, with Johring Warisa and Nijin A completing the podium.

Twin Power Trophy: A New Dynamic

The Twin Power Trophy format added a fresh dynamic to this year's races. The pairing of experienced riders with emerging talent not only elevated the level of racing but also provided a platform for skill development and mentorship. The duo of Navneeth Kumar and Johnson Saldanha took the top spot with 29 points.

In Race 2, Navaneeth Kumar S claimed the top position in the professional category, while Anish Shetty and Soorya PM took second and third spots respectively. Yogesh P maintained his winning streak in the amateur category, with Johnson Saldanha and Nijin A following closely behind.

Professional Category Standings

Position	Racer	Points
1st	Anish Shetty	18
2nd	Navneeth Kumar S	-
3rd	PM Soorya	-

Amateur Category Standings

The intense competition continued throughout both races. In Race 1, Anish Shetty led in the professional category while Yogesh P dominated among amateurs. Race 2 saw Navaneeth Kumar S taking first place professionally, with Yogesh P continuing his winning streak among amateurs.

The Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup's first round showcased thrilling races and promising talents. The introduction of the Twin Power Trophy added an exciting new element to this year's competition.