Chennai : 20th June 2008

The third edition of the MMSC NewComers Race which has been attracting a good number of newcomers into the sport is scheduled to be held on 21st & 22nd June 2008. The Madras Motor Sports Club (MMSC) held the first newcomers race on 11th & 12th May and the second one on 1st June 2008. This is part of MMSC’s continuous exercise to encourage motor sports and unearth fresh talent. These races will be held at the Madras Motor Race Track at Irrungattukottai, near Chennai.

The newcomers can participate in

1) Group "B" 4 Stroke classes upto 130 cc
2) Group "B" Above 130 cc upto 165 cc and
3) Group "B" 2 Stroke upto 165 cc.

Those riders who have won or come first in any road racing event or who has achieved a podium finish (1st, 2nd & 3rd) in any class / group in the National Championship previously and any other rider who the organizers decide does not fit in the Novice / Newcomer category WILL NOT be permitted to take part thereby ensuring that the novices / new comers get the real opportunity to fight amongst equals.

The famous TVS Race a Bike Scheme will also be run wherein the race prepared bikes are given to the riders for a nominal fee.

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