Kenan Sofuoğlu, a five-time World Supersport champion and captain of the Turkish nationwide bike groups, is grooming his 5-year-old son Zayn for Formula One glory after his podium debut in karting.
Zayn Sofuoğlu hailed as “Türkiye’s youngest kart racer” from the Borusan Otomotiv Motorsport (BOM) Karting Team, secured his first win within the “micro” class on the TOSFED Körfez Racing Circuit through the MOTUL 2024 Türkiye Karting Championship’s opening races on April 19-21.
Speaking to Anadolu Agency (AA), Kenan Sofuoğlu expressed immense pleasure about his son’s racing debut, reminiscing about his personal previous visits to the Körfez Circuit and the distinctive challenges of teaching a younger racer, significantly one’s personal baby, with the added complexity of expertise.
Despite preliminary struggles in younger Sofuoğlu’s debut race, leading to a second-place end, he clinched two victories the subsequent day, marking a major milestone in his budding profession.
Reflecting on Zayn’s first podium end in karting, Kenan Sofuoğlu highlighted the particular permission obtained from the federation because of Zayn Sofuoğlu being the youngest competitor, emphasizing his pace and proving his price on the observe.
Proud of his proteges’ successes, Kenan Sofuoğlu shared his dream of fostering a Formula One champion, acknowledging his son’s curiosity and dedication, evident of their early racing achievements regardless of age and bodily variations towards older opponents.
The Türkiye Karting Championship has witnessed a energetic environment. Zayn Sofuoğlu’s rising recognition attracts enthusiastic crowds, and Kenan Sofuoğlu seems to be ahead to finishing the season on a excessive be aware.
Believing in Zayn’s potential for fulfillment, Kenan Sofuoğlu defined the deliberate alternative of the BOM Karting Team, recognizing their excellence and optimistic response to Zayn Sofuoğlu’s inclusion, resulting in the current contract signing after profitable trials and federation approval.
Despite challenges because of Zayn Sofuoğlu’s younger age, Kenan Sofuoğlu expressed confidence of their journey in the direction of Formula One greatness, fueled by dedication and laborious work.
Zayn Sofuoğlu, showcasing his versatility in each bikes and vehicles, confidently said, “I will be the champion.”
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