Shanaka Clay – RACETECH DRIVERS’ CHAMPION

Shanaka Clay – RACETECH DRIVERS’ CHAMPION

@Shanaka_Clay is officially crowned as the RaceTech Drivers Champion following a consistent and successful season.

Drivers Standings | Round 5 🏁 – Here are how the drivers Standings look like with 3 races to go 🍿🔥
Shanaka leads the way by 30 points after winning the last race!

Shanaka Clay is an exceptional young racing talent whose journey from karting, car racing and to professional esports has made him one of the most versatile and talented drivers of his generation.

Starting his career in karting at just eight years old, Shanaka quickly made history as the first driver to represent Sri Lanka in the FIA Karting International Championship, competing against future Formula 1 stars such as Lando Norris and George Russell. His raw speed, precision, and adaptability on track earned him recognition as a promising name in motorsport. Due to financial challenges limiting his progression in real-world racing, Shanaka transitioned into sim racing, where his skill and determination have allowed him to flourish.

Today, he competes at the very highest level of esports, representing some of the most prestigious teams in Formula 1:
• Aston Martin F1 Esports Team
• Williams Racing F1 Esports Team
• MoneyGram Haas F1 Sim Racing Team

Competing against a record-breaking field of 109,000 players who completed over 1.4 million qualifying laps, Shanaka’s exceptional speed and racecraft earned him into the elite final 30 drivers. He went on to claim an impressive 2nd-place overall finish, drawing the attention of multiple Formula 1 teams with his remarkable performance.

A standout victory at the 2019 Canadian Grand Prix, where he triumphed over a two-time F1 Esports World Champion is where his esports career took off. That performance showcased his composure, strategic racecraft, and ability to thrive under pressure.

A strong and growing presence on Instagram, X, and YouTube, he engages directly with fans, sharing insights into racing, training, and his journey as a professional driver. His ability to connect with audiences, combined with his talent and professionalism, makes him an attractive ambassador for brands looking to align with performance, ambition, and authenticity.

Why Shanaka Clay?

• Versatile: Proven ability in both real-world racing and esports.
• Proven Success: Podiums and victories in F1 Esports, car racing and championship wins in karting.
• Professional & Marketable: A relatable, engaging personality with strong social media influence.
• Future-Focused: While excelling in esports, his ultimate ambition remains a return to real-world racing.

SHANAKA CLAY

• FORMULA ONE ESPORTS DRIVER

• BWT RACING POINT F1 2020

• ASTON MARTIN F1 2021

• WILLIAMS RACING F1 2022-2023

• MONEYGRAM HAAS F1 TEAM 2024

F1 Esports SIM RACING

2018-19

• 1st – Wins F1 Esports Pro Exhibition race with Williams F1

• 2nd – AOR League Racing Championship/ ORL League Racing Championship

• 3rd – RNL League Racing Championship

2020 – 2021

• Joins BWT Racing Point F1 Team (BWT name change to Aston Martin)

• Races with Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team

2022 – 2023

• 2nd PSGL League Portugal

• 1st PSGL League Britain

• Joins Williams F1 Esports Team

• Scores points during F1 Esports Championship

• 1st WOR League Britain

• 3rd PSGL E-Series China

• 1st PSGL E-Series Netherlands

• 3rd PSGL E-Series Italy

• PSGL E-Series team Champions with Williams F1

2024 – 2025

• 1st PSGL League Las Vegas

• 2nd PSGL League Azerbaijan

• 2nd WOR League Mexico

• Pole position WOR League Belgium

• Joins MoneyGram Haas F1 Team

• Scores points during F1 Sim Racing Championship

CAR RACING
BMW M3 Cup Racing

KARTING

2008-2011

• FEKC Championship Winner

• BDKC Summer Championship Winner

• CKC Championship Runner Up

• BDKC Winter Championship Winner

• BDKC Championship Winner

• Super One Championship Third Place

• FKS Championship Fifth Place

2012-2015

• Belguim Max Challenge Fifth Place – Seeded Driver

• Belguim Max Challenge Second Place – Seeded Driver

• Rotax Euro Challenge – Belgium Third Place

• CPKC Championship Winner

• CRG Test Driver

RACING STATS

• 8 YEARS OF KARTING EXPERIENCE

• 5 TIME KARTING CHAMPION

• OVER 220 TROPHIES

• 5 TRACK LAP RECORDS

• 6 SEEDED DRIVER PLATES

• KNOWN FOR WET WEATHER MASTERCLASSES

• BMW M3 CUP RACING

• RACED AGAINST F1 DRIVERS NORRIS, RUSSELL, ZHOU AND OTHERS

Image source: with permission from Shanaka Clay’s Instagram page – https://www.instagram.com/shanakaclay/ 

THE RACE -THE NORRIS/RUSSELL KARTING RIVAL NOW RISING IN F1 ESPORTS

https://the-race.com/esports/the-norris-russell-karting-rival-now-rising-in-f1-esports/

Shanaka Joins Williams F1 Esports
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=927067224644269&id=471431000027604&_rdr

ASTON MARTIN FACEBOOK

https://www.facebook.com/292141847935/posts/welcome-to-the-family-shanaka-clay-f1-games-from-codemasters-bwt-best-water-tech/10158470307007936/

https://www.instagram.com/tv/Ca7sTk2FeQO/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=

 

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