In the field of games and sports activities, the value of skills, the results of practice and competition among the category of coaches, and this is what captain Afnan Al-Margalani has achieved, from amateur to professional on autocross race tracks, which has led to her uniqueness. as “the first Saudi woman coach” accredited in the sport, awarded by the Saudi Federation for Cars and Motorcycles.
Autocross racing, which develops into their passion, is a relatively new sport in the Kingdom and takes place on a multi-obstacle course with a defined zone, the results of which monitor the competitor’s ability to drive to reach the finish line. as soon as possible.
Al-Margalani’s five-year experience has been recognized with multiple awards, including first place in the Speed Madness race at Dirab Square in Riyadh, and the Best and Fastest Time Award for Women at the Toyota Latocross Championships in Al Khobar. to chart a path for other fans of the sport to be inspired by and benefit from her experience, which was revealed in her speech to SPA: “I had a passion for motorsport in all its forms, but autocross is a sport that depends on the time factor in the victory, increases the driver’s confidence in his skills and control over the steering.
She stated that the sport helped develop her driving skills in a variety of circumstances, as well as being a catalyst for focusing and responding to the element of surprise on the road and thus preventing accidents – God forbid -, noting the importance of continuous learning and knowledge of the basics and knowledge of the experience of others and the expansion of knowledge International rules and regulations governing racing and maintenance with constant practice every weekend.
Captain Afnan Al-Margalani confirmed that in light of the support the women’s sports sector is receiving as part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals, he will aim to represent the Kingdom in international tournaments as well as spread the autocross culture in society. and the creation of a professional generation that competes in various sports forums.
