Tijil Rao wins LGB F4 title, Navaneeth seals RE GT Cup in National Racing finale

Twenty-two-year-old Bengaluru boy Tijil Rao from Dark Don racing capped a brilliant run to his entire season as he sealed the drivers' championship in the LGB Formula 4 category in the 27th edition of the FMSCI National Racing Championship.

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On a sunny Sunday at the Kari Motor Speedway, Tijil was all smiles as he had opened a massive lead even before the last round was held on the outskirts of Coimbatore. Even though seasoned racer Saran Vikram surprised one and all by winning the first and second races on Sunday, Tijil did not mind it. He had realised there was no point in attempting anything too hard as he was assured of the overall trophy.

"This has been a brilliant season for me and I am happy with the way it went about. I wish to thank my team and also JK Tyre for putting up such a great show," said Tijil, as quoted by a release from JK Tyre.

As runner-up in the 2023 season, Tijil had gone back home and worked hard and to a plan.

"The main thing was working on my fitness and it has made a huge difference. But then, I am very happy with my overall season performance, after putting in seven years in racing," added Tijil.