Kyosho World Cup

[uaerc]

Hi Guys

News Read out from Kyosho Website......

The 1st KYOSHO WORLD CUP was held in The Philippines, the 2nd in Tokyo, the 3rd in Hawaii and the 4th in Beijing. The venue for the next KYOSHO WORLD CUP has now been decided - DUBAI, and all preparations are now underway. As a major international event held every second year, a true level playing field has been created for R/C drivers from all walks of life around the world to have the same opportunity to challenge and compete. This is an international race event where professional drivers are prevented from entering and race regulations are designed to give everyone an equal chance. For the fun of racing amongst amateurs and friends, you can enjoy the thrill of racing in an event conducted on a global scale. The KYOSHO WORLD CUP has already allowed about 35,000 people in more than 35 countries around the world to enjoy the excitement of R/C racing. Using the same racing machine, the winning teams from each country gather together in the one place for the climax of the KYOSHO WORLD CUP drama. Across nationalities and cultures, the true romanticism of R/C models can be understood. With people from so many different countries, the KYOSHO WORLD CUP develops a fantastic atmosphere and world of communication, well beyond winning or losing. Every minute of the fierce racing battle experiences will be etched in the memory of every participant for the rest of their lives. Now it's your turn to take on the challenge. KYOSHO and the other KYOSHO WORLD CUP racers are waiting now for your entry. Starts 6th April - 9th April (Finals) (Courtesy. Kyosho.co.jp)

My Question ......

Why isnt anyone talking about this ? on Radio Control Zone ? any opinions ! any newss ? its happening here right in my city and i will try my best to give u guys updates if anyone intereted ? lol
let me know guys.......

Cheers
Aziz

[pleaseletmeon34]

Unfortunately its no longer a "world cup." The US is no longer involved. :mad: Like to see it here again! Had a blast! Gotta love those hour races.

[uaerc]

Well

Today was the first day of the KWC 2004 in Dubai and it was held in a fabolous atmosphere the weahter was just right and the teams were practising on the newly done up track at the Dubai Creek Park. Which is one of the most amazing parks of Dubai featuring a Ice land , water park , Cable car, an Amusement centre for children and a wonderful beach. Well all the teams tried out there machines at the track, some of the best times being 24.68. Hobby Centre, Dubai is the Main Kyosho Dealer in Dubai and they are doing a good job taking care of the event along with the Kyosho Organisers, who are thorough professionals at what they do, really good stuff.. I was watching one of there team mechanics setting up the team cars and by the looks of it this guy can assemble a V one S 2 kit in like mins. !! really inspiring.

Members of the Dubai Team, are as follows....(atleast the ones I know)

Dubai-A
Sultan Al Haddad
Khalid Al Kendi
Dubai-B
Sheikh Ahmad Al Maktoum
Sheikh Jamal Al Maktoum
Dubai-C
Mohammed Al Abdulih
Juni Macadat
Dubai-D
Firaz Majed
Arif Hameed
Dubai-E
Tarik Khoury
Hani Tomb
Dubai-F
Ibrahim Fakil
Ibrahim Abu Haloul

All the best to all of them......

Will get to see some more action tommorrow......will try and get some pics and vids..

Ciao...
Aziz

[Racer54321]

keep us updated :)

you wouldnt happen to know how the guys from australia are going?

thanks

[uaerc]

The final of the Kyosho cup was completed yesterday. 9th April 2004 at the beautiful Creek Side Park. The track is built at this wonderful park.
Details of the results on the link below.

http://www.kyosho.mylaps.com/

What I SAW and Experienced at this race was really amazing, the skillz of these drivers was really tremendous. These guys are real pro's. Thanks to Kyosho for all this great action that they brought to dubai, its good for the Dubai drivers to get some experience from all of this. Although they did quite well but couldnt make it to the final race. Overall it was a fab event and everyone had a great time. I got to see some amazing techinicians working against the clock and boys these guys were really fast. Not to forget the technician from the Japan team who was definately in his late 50's but his speed at fixings the v one s was unbeleivable, we can measure it by saying if you give him a kit he can finish it within 30-40 mins !! yeah ;)
The German team took the first place - then the singapore at 2nd and Hong kong A at 3rd
The Australian team got the best team colors.(uniform wise) German for the best car design. Dubai team got a special consolation prize.

The event was organised by Hobby Centre, Dubai dealers of Kyosho in the Middle East. Kyosho Sponsored the event in style, they also had a Mini - Z raffle for the spectators who came to see the event, 12 cars were to be given away, which included Monsters aswell. Surprisingly most of the prizes went to the organising staff who were distributing the tickets which were free on entry. !! lol I wonder how the staff managed to win !! ;)

All said and done the event was really nice and we would expect to have more events in Dubai.

Regards
Aziz

[uaerc]

keep us updated :)

you wouldnt happen to know how the guys from australia are going?

thanks

Tell us... I dont know. Heard they got sponsored by Kyosho with the tickets and expenses, but thats all I know ?

Ciao
Az

[Racer54321]

any one happen to have any pics?