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Revolution caught up with Laith Khan as he was gearing up to compete in the British Championships this year. From starting out in Bambino class, to being one of the youngest on the grid for Senior IAME X30, Khan has been putting in the practice as he continues his motorsport journey …

What age did you start karting? What made you decide to give it a go?

I first went karting for my fifth birthday, my parents took me along – they didn’ t know anything about motorsport! But after some research they took me along to Rye House and I drove the small electric karts, and I fell in love with it. I then started racing in local championships and moved onto Bambino class in the British championship.

Which famous drivers inspired you to choose karting over a different sport?

Lewis Hamilton. He’ s British, he wasn’ t from a wealthy background, and he is black so seeing him and seeing him win so many titles and be so successful at Formula One made me feel that it was realistic and possible. I can make it. He really inspired me.

How do you prepare for a training session during Ramadan, do you have any tips for other practicing Muslim drivers?

During Ramadan I would not fast if I am racing beacuse it is a physical activity. Fasting during the week does make you tired and fatigued so you need to make sure that you eat really well and have some protein and carbs for breakfast to have energy during the day.

What are your hopes for the British Championship?

To improve and learn as much as I can from the older, more experienced drivers. Everyone that I am racing with are European and British champions as well as being older than me – I am probably the youngest on the grid. I want to focus on making myself a better driver. I want to work hard and get ready for next year.

Do you have any advice or tips for anyone considering getting into karting?

Be prepared to make sacrifices, it is very tough but keep working at it and be dedicated.

Adam Gumbs

Other drivers who have inspired me are Enaam Ahmed who was a British Karting Champion who competed in Formula Two, and Arvid Lindblad, he’ s currently in Formula Two. They both come from a British Asian background, and I used to watch them on the track, especially Arvid, and it made me think it was possible.

What does a typical race day look like for you?

You have to start preparing for race day a couple of days before, my mum helps me pack, organising hotels, organising travel, and bits with the team. On race day, I would not recommend this, but I normally have a cup cake for breakfast. I love Indian food, so I usually have that for lunch. I always pray before I go out on track.

Revolution- May 2025

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