Century Racing

The South African Rally-Raid Championship Ingco Parys 400 started on a high note with Jayden Els securing first place in a tightly contested qualifying session, giving the team a strong platform to build from.

Stage 1, the terrain shifted from technical, corner-heavy sections to faster, more flowing tracks. Making the most of the conditions, Brian Baragwanath and Leonard Cremer delivered a strong third-place finish on the 21.31 km loop, showcasing both the pace of the CR6 and the crew’s ability to adapt to the changing terrain. Unfortunately, Jayden Els encountered a belt issue that was challenging to repair in muddy conditions, causing him to lose time when heading towards the finish line of stage 1.

Stage 2, Brian Baragwanath and Leonard Cremer suffered a rear puncture during heavy dust and poor visibility. Despite this demanding stage, Jayden Els and Johann Swemmer maintained a strong pace, securing fourth place.

With encouraging speed shown throughout the day, the team celebrates today’s small victories carrying the momentum into day 2.