Indian Racing Festival 2025: Apostolidis, Madesh, Hyman, and Sanjay Shine in Round 1 at Coimbatore

The Indian Racing Festival 2025 roared into action at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore on August 16–17, 2025, featuring the opening rounds of the F4 Indian Championship, Indian Racing League, and JK Tyre LGB F4 category. Racing fans witnessed thrilling performances from both Indian and international drivers as the season kicked off in spectacular style.

In F4 India, Hyderabad Blackbirds’ Vasilis Apostolidis and Kolkata Royal Tigers’ Ishaan Madesh clinched victories in the opening two races. In the Indian Racing League (IRL), reigning champion Raoul Hyman and Speed Demons Delhi’s Sai Sanjay secured wins, while in the JK Tyre LGB F4, Dark Don Racing’s Diljit TS emerged as the early leader after a dramatic turn of events.

Why the Indian Racing Festival Matters

The Indian Racing Festival has become the premier platform for showcasing motorsport talent in the country. With categories spanning F4 India, IRL, and LGB F4, it provides:

• Pathway to International Motorsport: F4 India offers Super Licence points, a stepping stone for drivers aspiring to reach Formula 1.
• Team-Based Excitement: The IRL delivers thrilling franchise-style racing similar to cricket leagues, attracting global attention.
• Grassroots Development: The LGB F4 category remains a breeding ground for homegrown racing talent.

Summary Table: Indian Racing Festival 2025

F4 India Championship- Round 1 Recap

The F4 India Championship 2025 promises intense competition with FIA Super Licence points on offer and significantly lower entry costs compared to European F4 series. This year, several international drivers joined the grid, making the opening round highly competitive.

• Race 1 (Wet Conditions):
  • Greek driver Vasilis Apostolidis started from pole and dominated the wet race to claim victory.
  • Chennai Turbo Riders’ Shane Chandaria finished second after an intense duel.
  • Rising Indian driver Ishaan Madesh secured third, showing early promise.
• Race 2 (Dry Conditions):
  • Ishaan Madesh made a lightning-fast start, surging from P4 to P1 and controlling the race to earn his maiden F4 India victory.
  • French driver Sachel Rotge finished second, while Apostolidis completed the podium in third.

F4 India Race 1 Results

1. Vasilis Apostolidis (Hyderabad Blackbirds)
2. Shane Chandaria (Chennai Turbo Riders)
3. Ishaan Madesh (Kolkata Royal Tigers)

F4 India Race 2 Results

1. Ishaan Madesh (Kolkata Royal Tigers)
2. Sachel Rotge (Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru)
3. Vasilis Apostolidis (Hyderabad Blackbirds)

Indian Racing League (IRL) – Round 1 Highlights

The Indian Racing League, known for its team-based format, delivered wheel-to-wheel action with big names competing.

• Race 1:
  • Raoul Hyman (Goa Aces), the reigning IRL champion, inherited pole after Kyle Kumaran’s lap was deleted.
  • Hyman built an early lead and secured victory, while Kumaran stormed through the field from P11 to finish second.
  • Former F4 India champion Aqil Alibhai claimed third for Chennai Turbo Riders.
• Race 2:
  • Akshay Bohra initially led but faded mid-race.
  • Sai Sanjay (Speed Demons Delhi) capitalized and dominated to take victory.
  • Fabienne Wohlwend finished second, while Neel Jani clinched third after a late overtake.

Indian Racing League Race 1 Results

1. Raoul Hyman (Goa Aces)
2. Kyle Kumaran (Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru)
3. Aqil Alibhai (Chennai Turbo Riders)

Indian Racing League Race 2 Results

1. Sai Sanjay (Speed Demons Delhi)
2. Fabienne Wohlwend (Goa Aces)
3. Neel Jani (Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru)

JK Tyre LGB F4- Drama and Surprises

The JK Tyre LGB F4 category added another layer of excitement. While Dhruv Goswami initially dominated on track, technical infringements led to disqualification in the first two races.

• Race 1 & 2:
  • Victories handed to Diljit TS (Dark Don Racing), who now leads the championship standings.
  • Strong performances also came from teammates Balaprasath A and Saran Vikram Tmars.
• Race 3:
  • Goswami bounced back to win ahead of Ragul Rangasamy and Aditya Patnaik, restoring his reputation.

JK Tyre LGB F4 Race 1 Results

1. Diljit TS (Dark Don Racing)
2. Balaprasath A (Dark Don Racing)
3. Aditya Patnaik (Dark Don Racing)

JK Tyre LGB F4 Race 2 Results

1. Diljit TS (Dark Don Racing)
2. Saran Vikram Tmars (Tmars)
3. Ragul Rangasamy (MSport)

JK Tyre LGB F4 Race 3 Results

1. Dhruv Goswami (MSport)
2. Ragul Rangasamy (MSport)
3. Aditya Patnaik (Dark Don Racing)

What’s Next?

The Indian Racing Festival now moves to the Madras International Circuit (MIC) in Chennai for Round 2, scheduled for August 22–24, 2025. With tighter track layouts and unpredictable weather conditions, the upcoming races promise even more drama.

Official Website

For official updates, schedules, and detailed standings, visit:
fmsci.co.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Who won the F4 India Round 1 races?

• Race 1: Vasilis Apostolidis (Hyderabad Blackbirds)
• Race 2: Ishaan Madesh (Kolkata Royal Tigers)

Q2. Who were the winners in the Indian Racing League?

• Race 1: Raoul Hyman (Goa Aces)
• Race 2: Sai Sanjay (Speed Demons Delhi)

Q3. What happened in the JK Tyre LGB F4 races?

Diljit TS inherited wins in Races 1 & 2 after Dhruv Goswami’s disqualification. Goswami later won Race 3.

Q4. Where was the opening round of the Indian Racing Festival 2025 held?

It was hosted at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore.

Q5. When is the next round of the festival?

Round 2 will take place at the Madras International Circuit from August 22–24, 2025.

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