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He means business: Rajiv posts impressive second place finish in maiden rally

Matooke Republic by Matooke Republic
May 27, 2019
in Sports
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Rajiv’s maiden race attracted the crowds.

Rajiv Ruparelia has announced his entry into motorsport with a bang, posting second place in his debut rally.

Rajiv who is the Managing Director of Ruparelia Group came just behind experienced rally driver Ronald Ssebuguzi in the Enduro Autocross Championship 2019 at Zion Estates in Ssisa this Sunday.

The “Double Trouble” team.

Racing in a Volkswagen Polo R, known for its stability and speed, Rajiv’s “Double Trouble” team posted a time of 10:44, behind Ssebuguzi who posted 10:04. Round one winner Jonas Kansiime came third, posting 10:54.

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Biggest fan: Rajiv’s wife Naiya

While undergoing training with renowned South African rally coach Leone Botha, Rajiv was heaped with praises as “the best raw talent he has ever trained” and going by today’s results, we expect lots of podium finishes.

Family: Proud mum Jyostna and sister Sheena at the rally.

The results:

Experienced driver Ronald Sebuguzi came first at the rally.

Seb 10:04
Rajiv 10:44
Jonas 10:54
Kalule 11:04
Daudi 11:13
Unissan 11:25
Edson 12:04
Kavuma 12:14
Lubega 12:17
Hakim 12:27
Busingye 12:41
Kayira 12:50
Bobo 13:25
Paddy 13:41
Mwaami 14:36
Tongo 16:44
Gensi 22:41

He says his main goal currently is to finish the rallies he participates in, but deep down Rajiv is very competitive and we are sure he is aiming for the top spot.

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