David Bodapati

David Bodapati

A sports journalist with over three decades of experience in Indian Olympic sports. Specialises in motorsports and hockey. One of the first Indian print journalists accredited by both FIA and FIM and the first Indian to interview Michael Schumacher for combined 19-edition INDIAN EXPRESS wayback in 2002! Indian Rally historian!
Domestic

Tanveer back on top; Rajendra docked road penalty; Tanika stars again: 2w Rally Nationals

Chikkamagaluru, 28 May 2023: Former National champion, Mysuru’s Abdul Wahid Tanveer of Petronas TVS Racing, who became the first Indian…

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F2

Indian racing star Jehan Daruvala takes 2nd place at Monaco again: F2

Monaco (Monte Carlo), 27 May 2023: Indian racing star Jehan Daruvala of Mumbai secured another well-deserved podium in the Sprint…

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Indians Abroad

With virtually no seat time, Geoffrey Emmanuel performs admirably: JuniorGP

Valencia (Spain), May 22: Talented Indian racer and a pioneer in his own right, Geoffrey Emmanuel, amazingly adapted to the…

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Moto GP

Last-minute preparations at BIC to host MotoGP Bharat, get a boost from Dorna visit

New Delhi, May 26, 2023: The entry of MotoGP is all set materialise with preparations in full swing at the iconic…

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Indians Abroad

Martins Sesks-Renars Francis of Team MRF Tyres win: Rally Poland

Orlen (Poland), 22 May 2023: Mārtiṇš Sesks charged to his second victory in the FIA European Rally Championship after he…

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F4

Injured Jaden Pariat returns with rich experience: British F4

Snetterton (Norfolk, England), 22 May 2023: It was a disappointing end to a well-prepared week-end but Indian racing talent Jaden…

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Domestic

TVS’ Rajendra sets fastest time; wins Round 1: 2w Rally

Madikeri, 22 May 2023: Defending champion Rajendra RE of Petronas TVS Racing began his title defence clocking the best time…

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Moto GP

Marco Bezzecchi of VR46 wins historic 1000th GP at packed Le Mans

Bezzecchi bounces back, Bagnaia clashes with Viñales, Marquez slides out and there’s a home hero on the podium as Le…

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APRC

Hayden Paddon, co-driver John Kennard win Rally of Whangarei: APRC Ro4

Whangarei, Sunday 14 May 2023: Cromwell’s Hayden Paddon and co-driver John Kennard have won the 2023 International Rally of Whangārei…

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Indians Abroad

JK Tyre-backed Ruhaan Alva grabs a superb 2nd: GB4 Championship

Silverstone, 9 May 2023: Indian Racing starRuhaan Alva grabbed his maiden podium in the GB4 single-seater championship last weekend with…

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