Sarwar, who was recently denied an Indian visa to participate in the country, asked for a greater government support for a sport which, according to him, has the potential to do well in the country.
“Pakistan has a proper sporting authority, The Motorsports Association of Pakistan [MAP], which is affiliated with the Federation of International automobiles [FIA],” Sarwar told The Express Tribune. “Every sport has its own importance and value but due to the exceptional coverage given to cricket and some other sports, motorsports gets neglected on the whole while a few individuals do feature regularly in international events with the help of corporate sectors in the country.
Sarwar stressed that Pakistan needed a permanent racing facility, something which can not be possible without the backing of the government.
“Without proper facilities, tracks and infrastructure, I’m not too hopeful of the future of motorsport in Pakistan.”
A passionate driver, Sarwar, first drove for XtremeVelcoity Racing, a Pakistani team competing in the 24-hour race in Dubai. He attended the Asian Racing Team Formula Renault Racing School and was given the opportunity to test for A1 Team Pakistan at the Zhuhai International Circuit, China in 2007 using Formula Renault 2.0. Sarwar finished fourth at the World Series Karting race in Dubai.
Published in The Express Tribune, September 3rd, 2010.
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