Nasser sets stage for Safari Rally through Kabalega Hoima Rally

Yassin Nasser is leading the race for the National Rally Championship.

MOTORSPORT Nasser sets stage for Safari Rally through Kabalega Hoima Rally

Shafic Kiyaga 15:00 - 05.06.2023

Nasser and co-driver Ali Katumba have dominated the early season carlendars in Uganda, Tanzania as well as the African National Rally Championship.

Rallying hotshot Yasin Nasser is gearing up for the highly anticipated Safari Rally in Kenya, and he sees the CMC Kabalega Hoima Rally as the perfect opportunity to fine-tune his skills.

Nasser and co-driver Ali Katumba have dominated the early season carlendars in Uganda, Tanzania as well as the African National Rally Championship.

The MOIL Rally Team crew currently lead all three championships, topping the National Rally Championship with 198 points after three rounds.

With his sights firmly set on the Safari Rally, Nasser aims to make the most of the Kabalega Hoima Rally as a platform to fine-tune his skills and gain a competitive edge.

Recognizing the significance of every race, Nasser stated, "At the beginning of this season, I made a decision to participate in every rally to gain valuable experience with my new car."

“We are going to Hoima with energy to use it to set a good standard in the Safari Rally in Kenya,” Nasser said.

The Kabalega Hoima Rally, which will feature 32 confirmed drivers, promises to be an exciting and competitive event.

The rally will cover a total of 185 kilometres over two days of action, with a total of 113.47 kilometres competitive distance, and a little over 75 kilometres as liaison between the stages.

The competitive distance will be divided into eight stages over two days.

The longest leg of the rally will be on the second day, covering 59.28 kilometres. The first leg is only five kilometres short of that, as it covers 54.19 kilometres.