Paul out for second win in drag race

JAKARTA (JP): Canadian Robert J. Paul is seeking another victory on Sunday in the third leg of a drag race at Sentul Circuit near Bogor.

"I just can't wait to win again and I will give my best performance at the race," Paul said on Wednesday.

Paul, a consultant at an oil company based in Jakarta, will compete for the Star Mild team. He will drive the Holden Torana which he also used in the other two races held in February and April this year.

Paul recorded 40 points after winning the two drag races. He is on the same team with Harry Agung and Wie Wie Rianto. Harry is in second place with 30 points and Wie Wie in third with 24.

Harry and Wie Wie are Paul's biggest rivals. But Budi Sapto, one of the 13 racers competing in the free for all category, said at a media conference on Tuesday that he aims to break Paul's domination.

"I know it is difficult to beat Paul but I will try to do it. First off, I will have to outwit Harry and Wie Wie," Budi, who has collected one point from the two drag races, said.

The third leg of the race will feature five categories: the free for all, 1000cc to 2000cc cars, jeeps, volkswagens and motorcycles.

The races are sponsored by tobacco company Gudang Garam. The winners of the five categories will receive cash prizes and trophies.

Interested parties are still welcome to register at Sentul Circuit or at Rally Tama on Jl. Barito I No. 7, South Jakarta. (lnt)