Time to race

Motorsports, without a doubt, is an adrenaline-rushing sport. The adrenaline rush never ends, whether you’re watching go-kart racing, rallying or any other sport that involves a high-powered motor vehicle.The National Circuit Race, Leg 1, hosted by Windhoek Motor Club and sponsored by M&Z Motors, took place on 1 April at the Tony Rust Race Track.Organiser Richard Slammet said: "This circuit racing forms part of the national racing series. Naturally, we do eight events during the year, amongst which drivers try to accumulate as many points as possible to take part in the national championship."Big entertainment With free entrance, people showed up in numbers to enjoy the entertainment. Michael Rust, who put on a decent race, took first place in the overall race. When asked how long he’s been racing, he said: "I’ve been racing for about 32 years now and I started when I was 17."Racing in his silver Volvo, four-cylinder, 2.0-liter motor, Rust said he was happy with the results.For fans of high-speed racing, there is virtually no greater thrill than heading to the track to watch these powerful machines and skilled drivers in action.Mwatile Kapolola, who is a big admirer of motorsport, said: "I really enjoy coming out to watch these guys race. I can’t explain it, but as a spectator, it gets my blood pumping, and I just enjoy watching how these guys can race at high speeds and cut corners the way they do."Test it It must not be forgotten that this sport is also extremely dangerous for a number of reasons. Drivers protect themselves in a number of ways: they wear protective pads and helmets, they have crews standing by for accidents, and they make sure that their vehicles are properly insured.Motorsport is an expensive sport, especially at entry level. Michael Trust explained: "Motorsport is dangerous, so driving a standard car with no roll cage or safety does become an issue, but we do have open days where drivers can come drive around the track to test and practice."With the second leg set to take place on 6 May at the Tony Rust Race Track, drivers are ready to compete.

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