Sigiriya Rally Cross 2010 - March 07th, 2009
Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders, better known as SLARDAR, a premier Motor racing organization in the country, conducting such events as the Foxhill, Gunners and Gajaba Super Cross events, Rotherham Katukurunda (Air Force) Meet and other major motor sport events, in conjunction with the Sri Lanka Air Force is scheduled to stage the second consecutive 'Sigiriya Rally Cross' on the 07th of March 2010.
The event will once again be conducted on a purposely built 'rally cross' track, combining a part of the paved air strip and a section of the surrounding land. The organizing committee of this event is of the view that the turn out and enthusiasm of racing fans will be high as they show much eagerness for this year's event.
This project would help to provide a source of much needed entertainment for the folk of the area, provide an opportunity for the Air Force to interact with the civil population by building 'bridges' of cooperation and understanding between themselves, provide an opportunity to enhance business opportunities for the many hotels, guest houses, restaurants and other trades around Sigiriya Rock by capitalizing on the expected large influx of visitors to witness the event, provide a ideal rally cross track for all a motor sport by observing some of the best drivers and riders in the country tackling this challenging track. The event would definitely help to stimulate economic growth in the area.
The "Track" is made-up of the air strip itself and a part of the surrounding land on a 40% tarred track to 60% gravel track basis. The inclusion of sharp 2nd gear corners and sweeping third gear corners, adding up to some 10 corners will provide a thrilling viewing experience for spectators.
The paved landing strip will provide opportunity for high speed and the gravel track with a number of designed corners will provide an opportunity to highlight the driving skill of the competitors. The track, in general, could designated as being 'Fast' . There will be around 22 events for both motorbikes and cars.
The riders are challenged by a number of rammed earth 'Jumps', table-tops, and other autocross features and should bring to the forefront of their ability and skill in tacking this purpose built track.
Every possible feature associated with an event of this nature, with special emphasis on safety for both spectators and competitors have been incorporated in the laying this track. Thus, all in all an interesting, spectacular and enjoyable event is on the cards.
The event is scheduled for the 7th of March, 2010. Practice for competitors will be on the 6th of March.
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