Sourav Ganguly Unveiled as Kolkata Royal Tigers Owner for Indian Racing Festival

Sourav Ganguly Joins Indian Racing Festival as Kolkata Royal Tigers Owner

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has become the owner of the Kolkata Royal Tigers, a new racing team set to compete in the Indian Racing Festival 2024. The festival, scheduled for August-September, will feature eight teams from major Indian cities, including Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Kochi, and Ahmedabad.

Ganguly, who is also a former president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), expressed his excitement about the venture. "Motorsports has always been a passion of mine," he said. "Together with the Kolkata Royal Tigers, we aim to build a strong legacy in the Indian Racing Festival and inspire a new generation of motorsport enthusiasts."

The Indian Racing Festival encompasses two main championships: the Indian Racing League (IRL) and the Formula 4 Indian Championship (F4IC). The IRL is a team-based championship featuring identical race cars, while the F4IC is a single-seater championship for young drivers.

Akhilesh Reddy, Chairman and Managing Director of Racing Promotions Pvt Ltd (RPPL), welcomed Ganguly to the racing fold. "His visionary leadership and commitment to excellence bring unparalleled dynamism to the Indian Racing Festival," he said.

Ganguly's involvement in the Indian Racing Festival follows a trend of sports stars investing in motorsport. Recently, veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin acquired stakes in American Gambits, a team competing in the Global Chess League.

The Indian Racing Festival aims to promote motorsport in India and provide a platform for young drivers to showcase their skills. The festival is expected to attract a large audience and generate significant interest in the sport.

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