Kolhapur’s Young Racing Star Ayansh Patil Wins National Karting Title

Ten-year-old Shantiniketan student clinches 2026 National Micro Max Championship with four race wins and four pole positions

 

Kolhapur:  Ten-year-old Ayansh Patil, a student of Shantiniketan School, Kolhapur, has emerged as the 2026 National Micro Max Karting Champion, delivering an impressive performance across six rounds held at Bengaluru, Chennai and Coimbatore.

 

Ayansh secured the championship with a lead of 18 points over his closest rival, recording four race victories and four pole positions** during the six-round series. His consistent performances across three different circuits proved decisive in his successful championship campaign.

 

The young racer’s achievement reflects his growing experience, racing skills and ability to compete under pressure. Karting at the national level demands precision, quick decision-making, effective racecraft and adaptability to different circuit conditions. Ayansh demonstrated these qualities throughout the championship to secure the national title.

 

From Kolhapur’s Karting Track to National Glory

 

Ayansh’s motorsport journey began at V Park Go Karting in Kolhapur, where he received his initial karting training under the guidance of Sachin Mandody. This early exposure helped him develop the fundamental skills required for competitive karting and laid the foundation for his progress in the sport.

 

His subsequent racing development has been supported by Team M Sport , with guidance from Sachin Mandody, Chittesh Mandody, Ruhaan Alva and Armaan Ebrahim. Their coaching and support have contributed to his preparation for competitive racing and his development as a young driver.

 

 A Consistent Season Across Championships

 

In addition to winning the National Micro Max Karting Championship, Ayansh recorded notable results in other competitions during the season. He finished as the vice-champion in the Mini U10 category of the IAME series and secured third place in the Meritus Cup.

 

These results underline his ability to compete across different championship formats and categories, adding to an impressive season for the young racer.

 

Balancing school education with the demands of competitive motorsport, Ayansh has earned recognition for both his dedication and sporting achievement. His national championship title is a proud moment for Shantiniketan School and the city of Kolhapur.

 

At just 10 years of age, Ayansh has established an important milestone in his racing career. With the support of his family, coaches and racing team, he will look to build on this success and pursue further opportunities in national and international karting.

Ayansh Patil’s national championship victory marks a significant achievement for Kolhapur’s motorsport community and highlights the emergence of a promising young Indian racing talent.

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