The launch of the Commando Challenge Supercross was held today(7) at the Nelum Pokuna premises in Colombo.
The Commando Challenge Supercross 2017 is a racing event for both cars and motorbikes organized by the Commando Regiment of the Sri Lanka Army in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders(SLARDAR) and CEAT Sri Lanka.
Speaking at the launch event, Major General Ralph Nugera- Colonel of the Regiment Commandos stated “The 2017 edition of the Commando Challenge Supercross is bound to be a unique experience for not only the drivers and riders but also for the spectators expected at the event, while both the tracks are of international standards and designed using live knowledge and experience of experts in the field”.
The racing event will be held in Uva Kuda Oya while a total of 12 racing car events and 10 motorbike events are expected to test the skills of the finest drivers and riders in the country and provide the large crowds a first-hand view of some of the most thrilling action in the country as competitors battle for supremacy on a brand new track.
Meanwhile the Champion driver will receive a brand new KIA Picanto car sponsored by Vision Care (Pvt) Ltd and Co-sponsored by KIA Motors Lanka Limited while the Champion rider will receive a brand new Honda Hornet motorcycle sponsored by Stafford Motors (Pvt) Ltd at the awards ceremony which is scheduled for the 2nd of December 2017 at the Eagles Lakeside in Ratmalana.
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