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Seven-year-old Avish Silva makes history as first Sri Lankan to reach IAME Bambino Cup podium

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  • The fourth round took place in the United Arab Emirates.
  • Silva, aged seven, competed with 13 other young drivers from multiple countries, including Europeans.
  • He placed third in the first two time trials and first in the third.
  • The championship is for children aged five to eight.
  • Organisers confirmed Silva is the first Sri Lankan to finish on its podium.

Seven-year-old Sri Lankan kart racer Avish Silva took second place at the fourth round of the IAME Bambino Cup in the United Arab Emirates. The championship organisers said he was the first Sri Lankan driver to reach a podium in the series.

Silva raced against 13 other young competitors representing different countries, with several from Europe. He recorded third place in Time Trials 1 and 2, then won Time Trial 3. He went on to finish second in the final race.

The IAME Bambino Cup is an international competition for children aged five to eight. Silva’s result marks a first for Sri Lankan drivers in the championship and a milestone for the country’s motorsport. The reports provide no details of his next event.

Based on: The Island, Newswire

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