BigRock Motorsports led by rally heavyweight CS Santosh, secured FIRST POSITION in three categories at the inaugural Ceat Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL)
The team’s dominance was highlighted by the outstanding performances of Matt Moss in the 450cc international class, Reid Taylor in the 250cc international class, and Thanarat Penjan in the 250cc India-Asia mix.
Venue Switch and Home Turf Victory
BigRock Motorsports faced an unexpected challenge when the venue switched from Delhi to Bengaluru due to the farmer’s protest. Undeterred, the team showcased remarkable resilience and clinched the title on home turf.
Multi-Class Showdown
The ISRL’s inaugural season featured an exciting lineup of four different classes – 450cc international, 250cc international, 250cc India-Asia mix, and Junior 85cc.
Notable names from the Indian racing community, including CS Santosh and Arjuna award winner Gaurav Gill, along with renowned brands like Reise Moto, actively participated, with Honda, KTM, and Kawasaki providing bikes for various teams.
BigRock Motorsports’ Strategic Lead
Heading into the finale, BigRock Motorsports held a commanding lead of 50 points over the formidable team led by former Volkswagen Motorsport factory driver Dhruv Mohite.
Despite tough competition in the finale, BigRock Motorsports played the team game strategically, avoiding unnecessary errors and securing victory in all three classes. The team outscored Mohite’s Racing Team by an impressive 82 points.
- Matt Moss’s Triumph: In the 450cc international class, Matt Moss secured victory by defeating Jordi Tixier with a slim margin of four points.
- Reid Taylor’s Dominance: Reid Taylor emerged victorious in the 250cc international class, outscoring Hugo Manzato by a significant 15 points.
- Thanarat Penjan’s Win: Thanarat Penjan claimed the 250cc India-Asia mix title, outperforming Athison Ruadreo by 10 points.
Team Principal’s Vision
Looking ahead, Team Principal Ashok George expressed the team’s long-term plan, emphasizing the significance of the ISRL in their racing narrative.
He highlighted the development of a comprehensive rider development program and ongoing improvements witnessed in the team’s riders over the course of the season.
Impressive Turnout and Global Recognition
Despite the last-minute venue change, the Bengaluru finale drew over 8,000 spectators, setting a new global record for physical representation at a Supercross event.
Veer Patel, co-founder of the ISRL, expressed confidence in making India a focal point for Supercross worldwide with the support of racing organizations, teams, and partners.