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Why Varese is fans favourite as he battles against top guns

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SportPesa Racing driver Leonardo Varese and navigator Kigo Kareithi in action. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

SportPesa Racing speedster Leonardo Varese is proving to be a fans' favourite as he combs the rough terrains of Naivasha in search of glory at the ongoing third leg of the World Rally Championship (WRC) series, the Safari Rally.

His powerful Toyota GR Yaris Rally3 machine has been a hit with local spectators who are flocking to various stages and hospitality tents, set up in Kambi Moran, Delamere, Mzabibu, Morendat, and Hell’s Gate by gaming firm SportPesa, to give fans a priceless experience of the rally.

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