Sarthak takes pole with a record lap
Sarthak Chavan secured pole position with a record-breaking lap at the MRF Indian National Racing Challenge in Chennai. The event featured multiple qualifying sessions across various motorcycle racing categories.
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Chennai: Pune’s Sarthak Chavan marked his 20th birthday in style by qualifying for pole position with a record lap in the premier Super Sport 301-400cc Open class in round 3 of the MRF Indian National Racing Challenge 2W 2026 at the Madras International Circuit, in Chennai on Friday (October 31, 2026). Later, Chennai’s Ann Jennifer (Motul Sparks Racing) qualified for pole position in the Super Stock 165cc Intermediate class with a late burst.
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