Brakpan rider (9) wins PW50 championship in SA Short Circuit Series
Liam Smith, only in his second year of racing, clinched the PW50 championship after a strong performance in the final round of the SA Short Circuit Series.
Motorbike racer Liam Smith from Brakpan ended the year on a high note with a major milestone. The nine-year-old recently took part in the final round of the SA Short Circuit Series in the PW50 class in Vereeniging.
Liam began the day with a 56-point lead over second place, meaning he only needed 20 points to secure the championship.
With three heats scheduled for the day, he started strong, finishing second in the first heat and effectively clinching the championship.
In the second and third heats, Liam continued to push himself, again finishing second in both heats, solidifying his PW50 championship win.
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This is only Liam’s second year of racing, and it is the second consecutive year he has ended the season with a trophy.
In 2024, he finished third, an impressive achievement for a rookie. Throughout this season, Liam dominated the championship and led from start to finish.
On November 30, Liam attended the championship awards, where he was presented with his first championship win trophy.
Despite a tough and busy year, Liam balances his racing with school sports, club sports, and academic achievements, proving his dedication both on and off the track.
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