The 2026 MSA South African National Hotrod Tour got underway in Richards Bay on Friday, 2 May, with a competitive evening of oval tar racing that delivered close battles and strong performances across the field.
Hosted under the lights in Richards Bay, Round 1 saw drivers take on challenging conditions and intense racing from start to finish as competitors fought for valuable early championship points.
Overall Results
Jason Loosemore
Neville Loosemore
Edwin van Niekerk
Jason Loosemore produced a composed and consistent drive throughout the evening to secure the overall victory, while Neville Loosemore remained close behind with another solid performance. Edwin van Niekerk completed the podium after a determined run in the main event.
Pro Am Results
Edwin van Niekerk
Dick Hillard
Ruan Nagel
Edwin van Niekerk added to his successful evening by taking top honours in the Pro Am category ahead of Dick Hillard and Ruan Nagel.
Fastest Lap
Edwin van Niekerk
Van Niekerk also recorded the fastest lap of the night with an impressive performance around the Richards Bay circuit.
Round 1 set an early benchmark for the season ahead, with competitive racing across the categories and strong support from teams, officials, promoters and spectators.
The MSA South African National Hotrod Tour now looks ahead to the next round as competitors continue their fight for championship honours throughout the 2026 season.
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