Bollywood star Arjun Kapoor steps into the fast lane as the proud owner of the Delhi franchise, Speed Demons Delhi, in the Indian Racing Festival. The announcement was made by the festival on Thursday.
Following the successful launch of the Kolkata team by India’s renowned captain, Sourav Ganguly, the spotlight now shifts to Arjun Kapoor, who has joined as the owner of the Delhi team. Arjun Kapoor’s enthusiastic involvement adds another celebrity-owned franchise to the league, marking a major step in its growth strategy.
Arjun Kapoor to geace Indian Racing Festival
The collaboration between the Indian Racing Festival (IRF) and Arjun Kapoor is anticipated to draw a diverse audience, encompassing rural communities as well as Bollywood celebrities. His involvement adds a vibrant allure to the festival, making it appealing and accessible to Generation Z, millennials, and older spectators alike.
“Ever since I was a young kid I’ve always been interested in cars and motorsports, and Delhi’s love for racing is clear. The Indian Racing Festival, along with our Delhi team, is a great opportunity for young racers and fans. I believe we can discover and support talent that could represent India internationally, making motorsports more popular here,” the actor said.
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What is Indian Racing Festival?
The Indian Racing Festival (IRF) hosts two prominent championships: the Indian Racing League (IRL) and the Formula 4 Indian Championship (F4IC), aimed at India’s burgeoning motorsport enthusiasts. Endorsed by FMSCI (Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India), the IRL stands as India’s sole 4-wheel racing league and the world’s pioneering gender-neutral racing series, fostering inclusivity and competitiveness among six city-based teams. Formula 4, a junior open-wheel racing category, serves as the initial step for karting graduates aspiring to pursue single-seater racing.