All Set for the Guru Nanak Rally 2024 in Arusha
By Mwambazi Lawrence
The motorsport spotlight shifts to Arusha this weekend as the highly anticipated Guru Nanak Rally 2024 gears up to be the grand finale of the Tanzania National Rally Championship. Scheduled for November 16th and 17th, this two-day, 150-kilometer showdown promises to be an adrenaline-packed spectacle, with fierce competition from top drivers representing Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya.
Uganda’s top crew of Yasin Nasser and Ali Katumba is ready to make a statement, piloting their powerful Ford Fiesta R5. Nasser, known for his aggressive driving style, will be looking to dominate the Arusha terrain as he returns to full competitive action.Twajua Yasin Nasser ni mkali barabarani, and rally fans are eager to see him in action.
Uganda’s Yasin Nasser and Ali Katumba power their ford fiesta R5 during the WRC safari rally 2024
Adding to the excitement is Kenya’s national rally champion, Jasmeet Chana, who, alongside his brother and co-driver Ravi Chana, will be showcasing their new Ford Fiesta R5. The Chana brothers are making waves on the regional rally scene, and this rally will be a test of their mettle on foreign soil. Kenyan rallying legend Ian Duncan, paired with Jaspal Matharu in a Nissan Pickup, is another star attraction. With a wealth of experience and multiple championships under his belt,Duncan bado ni mbabe wa mchezo, eager to leave his mark in Arusha.
Tanzania isn’t about to let the visitors have all the fun. Randeep Singh and his co-driver Manmeet Singh Birdi are rolling in with their Mitsubishi Evo 9. With their home soil advantage and a season’s worth of experience, wanasema hakuna kulala as they aim to clinch victory, setting the stage for an epic face-off..
The veteran team of Gurpal Sandhu and Dave Sihoka in their mitsubishi Evox during the atlantic rally.
Adding to the home team’s firepower is the duo of Gurpal Sadhu and veteran Zambian navigator Dave Sihoka in a Mitsubishi Evo X. This pairing brings a blend of speed and rallying wisdom, making them a formidable force capable of upsetting the leaderboard. Speedster Ahmed Huwel, with his co-driver Rahim Suleiman in a Ford Fiesta Proto, is ready to put on a show. Rumor has it Huwel has been practicing his victory speech in front of a mirror all week. Huwel’s explosive acceleration and daring maneuvers will push his proto and his competitors to the limit.
Manveer Birdi and Zubyr Piradina, also in a Mitsubishi Evo 9, will add to the intensity of the competition. and after a disappointing outing in Rwanda, Prince Nyerere and co-driver Karim Munisi will be back in the cockpit, determined to bounce back with a strong performance.
Manveer Birdi and Piradinah will be looking for maximum points in the Guru Nanak rally.
The event also feature a host of other competitive entries, promising a thrilling battle from start to finish. Shanto Nahdi, in a Ford Fiesta Proto, is poised to shake up the leaderboard with his aggressive driving style. Rajpal Singh Dhani, teaming up with Victor Jackson in a Subaru Impreza GVB15, is set to be another crowd favorite, known for their no-nonsense approach to rallying.
Shanto Nahdi powers his Ford fiesta proto during one of the events, he will be out to shake up the usual order.
Adding to the excitement is the Amapiano Rally Team’s crew of Ethan Taylor and Ibrahim Sulemani in a Subaru Impreza GC8, a pairing known for their high-speed exploits. Joining them is Hamid Mbatta, also in a Subaru Impreza GC8, ready to disrupt the order with his competitive spirit and skillful handling of the car.
Kuja na jua kali, leta pamba za masikio,, and get ready for the thrill of a lifetime. Because when these cars hit the stages, one thing is certain: utajikuta unashangilia au kushikilia pumzi. May the best crew win!
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