The Indian Racing Festival (IRF) has joined forces with FanCode to deliver an exhilarating year of motorsports to fans across India. Through this innovative partnership, the Indian Racing League and the FIA Formula 4 Indian Championship (F4IC) will be showcased on FanCode’s advanced streaming platform, starting with the IRL 2024 opener at the Madras International Circuit on August 24.
Indian Racing Festival Partners With FanCode to Deliver Thrilling Motorsports Action to Fans Across India
Expanding the Reach of Indian Motorsports
The Indian Racing Festival aims to tap into its extensive fan base, integrating its premier racing events into FanCode’s established network. This collaboration ensures that hardcore motorsports enthusiasts who enjoy live races, on-demand playback, and exclusive content will have access to the best racing action on FanCode.
“With FanCode, India’s go-to destination for motorsports, we’re bringing the thrilling Indian Racing Festival directly to fans’ screens across the country. As we strive to build a stronger Indian racing circuit, FanCode’s user-friendly platform and vibrant community of motorsport enthusiasts will amplify the impact of the Indian Racing Festival.
This year, we’re debuting a bold new presence in Indian racing, including our first-ever night race, promising an unparalleled racing experience and we are eagerly waiting to hear the experience of the fans,” said Akhilesh Reddy, Chairman and Managing Director of Racing Promotions Private Limited (RPPL), promoters of IRF.
FanCode’s Rapid Growth and Commitment to Motorsports
Since its launch in 2019, FanCode has seen explosive growth, now serving over 160 million users. Its focus on sports events and innovations gives fans the flexibility to access either entire tournaments or individual matches. FanCode stands out as the only platform in India dedicated to the exhilarating realm of motorsports, catering to the nation’s vast auto-racing fanbase of over 60 million. The platform has swiftly built an impressive lineup of content and events, including Formula 1.
By tapping into IRF experiences, FanCode will maximize its presence and elevate motorsports viewership for its swiftly expanding fan base, ensuring that every thrilling moment is just a click away.
“We’re thrilled to partner with the Indian Racing Festival for the 2024 season. FanCode’s strong motorsports lineup already includes Formula 1, F2, F3, DTM, and now we have the Indian Racing League along with F4. Indian racing enthusiasts can look forward to some unique experiences, such as the world’s only franchise-based gender-neutral racing league and a first-of-its-kind night street circuit race in the country,” said FanCode co-founder Yannick Colaco.
Engaging India’s Growing Motorsports Fanbase
Facilitated by RPPL, the Indian Racing Festival aims to engage India’s rapidly growing motorsports fanbase through two thrilling championships. The six-team franchise-based league, the IRL, showcases some of the biggest race drivers from India and the world.
The Indian Racing League action will commence with the opening round on August 24, followed by the first-ever night street circuit race in India at the Chennai Formula Racing Circuit a week later.
About the Indian Racing Festival
The Indian Racing Festival is a meticulously curated motorsport event designed to captivate the growing motorsport fan base in India. It features two main championships:
- Indian Racing League (IRL): India’s only 4-wheel racing league and the world’s first gender-neutral racing championship series, promoting inclusivity and competitive spirit. IRL features six city-based teams competing in a dynamic franchise-based competition.
- Formula 4 Indian Championship (F4IC): An open-wheel, single-seater racing category intended for junior drivers. This FIA-certified championship is the first step on the ladder for aspiring racing drivers, offering Super License points and allowing Indian talent to progress without leaving the country.
The IRL and F4IC under the Indian Racing Festival banner add a level of prestige and official recognition to the competition, attracting young and aspiring drivers from around the world and the country.
Conclusion
With this groundbreaking partnership between the Indian Racing Festival and FanCode, motorsports enthusiasts in India are set for an exciting season of top-tier racing action. Register now to catch all the live action and exclusive content, and witness the thrilling world of motorsports like never before.
