Kenyan rally star Karan hails Rwanda’s historic Formula 1 deal

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 13 – Reigning three-time FIA African Rally Champion Karan Patel has hailed Rwanda’s landmark 10-year agreement to host the Formula 1 African Grand Prix, describing it as an “incredible feat” for the continent. Patel says the return of Formula 1 to Africa will benefit the wider motorsport ecosystem, creating opportunities in logistics, planning, safety, training and tourism. Speaking to The New Times Rwanda on the sidelines of the historic announcement in Kigali on Tuesday, Patel said the Grand Prix would also give Kenyans an opportunity to visit their neighbouring countr...

Patel says the return of Formula 1 to Africa will benefit the wider motorsport ecosystem, creating opportunities in logistics, planning, safety, training and tourism.

Speaking to The New Times Rwanda on the sidelines of the historic announcement in Kigali on Tuesday, Patel said the Grand Prix would also give Kenyans an opportunity to visit their neighbouring country when the race gets underway.

“It’s an incredible feat, and I’m not surprised that it is Rwanda that made this incredible project happen. We are very proud that our neighbour is going to host Formula 1,” Patel said.

“As Kenyans, we are excited to have this opportunity, at least to visit when the race happens.”

Source: Capital FM Sports