2024-01-19 06:36:04
Dubai: Star driver Saneem Sani and multi-time National Car Rally winner renowned navigator Musa Sharif have registered to participate fully in the Middle East Rally Championship.
The duo will become the first pair from India to compete in the Middle East Rally Championship (MERC) season 2024 for a full season. Their campaign will begin on January 20 with the UAE Sprint Rally. This will be Musa Sharif’s 75th international match.
The prestigious championship kicks off with the Qatar International Rally from February 1-3, followed by four rounds in Jordan (May 16-18), Lebanon (September 6-8), Cyprus (October 4-6) and Oman (November 28-30). There will be more. They will enter the field with a Ford Fiesta Rally 4 spec car in the MERC-4 category.
Making his rally debut in 2008, Saneem has won three UAE Rally Championships in the FWD class alongside co-driver Musa Sharif, a seven-time National Rally Champion and winner of 22 championships.
Saneem is a native of Thrissur and currently resides in Dubai.
Competing in association with Sharjah’s Toolbox Auto Team, the pair are supported by MRF Tyres, Vibgeor Real Estate Dubai, Clivet Air Condition Middle East, Alankar Hotels, Thrissur & Blueband Sports.
“We look at the UAE Championship as an opportunity to represent India and bring home awards for the country. It is always a proud moment to compete for my country. We will try to bring out the best talent. We are looking forward to the first round.” – said Musa Sharif, India’s number one navigator.
This is the 32nd consecutive rally season for Sharif, a native of Mogral Perwad in Kasaragod district, who has completed 309 rallies including 74 internationals. The three-day Qatar International Rally, which starts on February 1, will cover a total length of 622.49 km including 13 timed special stages.
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