Sourav Ganguly Joins Kolkata Royal Tigers In Indian Racing Festival

The Indian Racing Festival is set for its third season, gaining momentum with Sourav Ganguly, former India cricket captain and BCCI president joining as an owner of the Kolkata Royal Tigers Racing team for the 2024 season. The collaboration seeks to broaden the motorsport landscape throughout India.

The Indian Racing Festival, conceptualised by Racing Promotions is a carefully crafted motorsport event aimed at engaging India's expanding motorsport enthusiasts. The festival features two primary championships - the Indian Racing League (IRL) and the Formula 4 Indian Championship (F4IC).

"We are thrilled to announce Sourav Ganguly as the owner of the Kolkata franchise. His visionary leadership and commitment to excellence, shaped by years of legendary cricketing success, brings unparalleled dynamism to the Indian Racing Festival. Ganguly's influence is set to inspire a new generation of motorsport enthusiasts across India, igniting passion and driving young athletes towards greatness. Additionally, his association is expected to significantly enhance awareness of the Indian Racing Festival (IRF) among a broader audience, further solidifying its position as a premier motorsport event in India", stated Akhilesh Reddy, Chairman and Managing Director of RPPL. 

The Indian Racing Festival featuring eight city-based teams from Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Kochi and Ahmedabad, will showcase high-speed action from August to November this year. Kolkata's debut adds an extra ooze to the season's competition.

Ganguly, revered as the 'Prince of Calcutta' and 'Dada' in Indian cricket has joined as an owner of the Kolkata Royal Tigers. His presence heralds a new era of prestige for motor racing in West Bengal and eastern India, promising a transformation and heightened popularity for the team.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the association, Sourav Ganguly said “I am truly excited to embark on this journey with the Kolkata team in the Indian Racing Festival. Motorsports has always been a passion of mine while this opportunity not only allows me to contribute to the growth of motorsport in Kolkata but also aligns with my belief in fostering a culture of excellence and sportsmanship. 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, making the Kolkata Royal Tigers a formidable force in the Festival”

Ganguly encouraged fans to attend in large numbers, promising an exhilarating experience while urging them to come and cheer for the drivers.