Luis Kumar made a bold statement last weekend in Round 2 of the Vitz Cup Championship by delivering a performance that has officially thrust him into the championship spotlight.
Competing in the B Class, the Boost High Octane driver laid down a blistering 1:39.037 during Saturday’s qualifying session – a full second clear of the next fastest driver. Despite slippery and cold track conditions, Kumar found grip and pace when it mattered most, setting his quickest time on the final lap of the session.
Race one saw early drama after a poor start shuffled him down the order, but he was far from done. He clawed his way back, engaging in an intense duel with Zachary Persaud.
In a move straight out of a highlight reel, he made a daring last-lap overtake into the Goose Neck, securing his maiden victory at the South Dakota Circuit.
However, Round Two brought its share of chaos when contact with another car disrupted his momentum, forcing him to settle for a hard-fought P5 finish. By Race Three, he was back on the charge, locked in a heated battle with Ravin Ramotar for second.
Despite several attempts, he couldn’t find a way past and had to settle for P3 at the chequered flag.
Now sitting firmly in the championship hunt, Kumar is not backing down. “I’m very fast in the corners, but I need some straight-line speed. We’re bringing legal upgrades to the car for the November showdown,” he said confidently. “With that sorted, I’m sure we’ll be untouchable in Round 3,” he stated.
The stage is set, the stakes are rising, and Luis Kumar is now a serious contender in the Vitz Cup B Class. The next race meet is in November, and Kumar is one of those drivers who is waiting in anticipation.
