Lwakataka and Musazi Clinch Fortebet Real Star Award After Bugerere Triumph
The motorsport spotlight in Uganda has once again shone on veteran rally driver Ponsiano Lwakataka and his co-driver Paul Musazi, who have been crowned winners of the Fortebet Real Star Award for the month of July in the motorsport category.
The prestigious recognition follows their outstanding victory in the Bugerere Stabex EMC Rally, which was the fourth round of the 2024 National Rally Championship (NRC). The rally, known for its dusty terrain and technical stages, attracted top competitors from across the country, but it was Lwakataka and Musazi who emerged supreme, cementing their reputation as one of the most formidable duos in the sport.
Their Bugerere triumph was a key turning point in this year’s championship race. The win earned them valuable points, pushing them into second place on the NRC leaderboard with 175 points, a narrow 12-point gap behind current leader Ronald Sebuguzi. This has intensified the title battle, with the top contenders now separated by just a handful of points as the season moves toward its climax.
Speaking after receiving the award, Lwakataka expressed gratitude to his team and supporters, emphasizing that the journey to the top has been a combination of hard work, experience, and determination. “Winning the Bugerere Rally was a special moment for us,” he said. “It reminded everyone that we are still in the fight for the championship, and this award motivates us even more for the next rounds.”
Motorsport fans are now eagerly awaiting the fifth NRC event, set to take place from 22nd to 24th August in the districts of Fort Portal and Kyenjojo. This rally is expected to be a defining moment in the season, as the western terrain could shake up the leaderboard and determine who has the upper hand heading into the final stretch of the championship.
The 2024 NRC season has already delivered thrilling action, with experienced drivers like Sebuguzi and Lwakataka going head-to-head while young challengers like Musa Ssegaabwe continue to push the limits. With only a few events left, all eyes will be on Lwakataka and Musazi to see if they can maintain their momentum, close the gap, and potentially reclaim the top spot in their quest for national glory.
