Full Name:
Sanket Ramesh Shanbhag
DOB:
26/12/1976
Home:
Satara (MH)
Category Competing:
2006 Gypsy 2007 ??
Car:
Gypsy
Team:
Privateer
Co-driver:
Ramesh Shanbhag
Favourite Surface:
Gravel ( but I clock faster times on tarmac)
Career Highlights:
Debut 2005 Mysore safari
First win 2006 pune
Best: 2006 k 1000
This year: k 1000
Other: rally of the north 2005
 
When did you first enter the world of rallying?
2004 raid the Himalaya
What do you consider as the biggest break in your rallying career?
having a father who goes out of the way to support my rallying bug 
What has been your biggest inspiration in rallying?
my stage times (whenever I’m faster than my previous time) cos I know I push it to the limit every time
Describe your most unforgettable incident in rallying.
Winning the pune round of the 2006 INRC , when I was trailing by over 20 seconds with only 2 stages remaining, & won by 24 seconds
What edge do you have over your competitors?
I analyze my drive after each stage and then work on my errors
What’s the top speed that you have touched on a stage?
147 kmph rally of the north 2005 the 1st stage
How often do you practice and where?
Never
Are you superstitious/do you have a ritual before you get into the car/start a stage…etc?
Nope
Which round of the INRC is your favorite and why?
k 1000 , I think it not only suites my driving style but its also very technical
How do you think we can popularize rallying in India?
get in more corporates to sponsor the drivers & events & more media coverage on national level.
What do you do when you are not rallying?
I’m a total adventure freak, trekking. Touring, learn new sports etc.etc.
Do you play or are you involved in any other form of sport?
I used to play basket ball, now organize basket ball tournaments
Who is your favourite sportsman?
Alex zanardi
What are your rally plans for 2007?
I guess drive the 1400 ( not sure at the moment)
Whats your username on Rally.co.in?
Sanket9
Watch Sanket in Action!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0sz4FrjPYWw
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