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| Exide Racing Co-Brand Ambassador and Champion Driver Ashan Silva with his award |
Exide has partnered with two of the country’s much-awaited motorsports events of 2025, the renowned Rotherham Katukurunda Circuit Meet and Gajaba Supercross 2025. Organised by the Sri Lanka Autosport Drivers’ Association (SLADA) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Air Force, the much-awaited event took place at the Katukurunda Air Force Airstrip on 17 August. The meet saw fierce competition, as riders and drivers vied for victory across eight motorbike and fourteen car events.
The action continued with the 24th edition of the Gajaba Supercross, organised by the Gajaba Regiment of the Sri Lanka Army in collaboration with SLADA. This annual event took place on 31 August, at the Gajaba Regimental Gravel Racing Track in Saliyapura, Anuradhapura, with the race drawing over 200 competitors across 24 exhilarating categories.
Exide Racing Co-Brand Ambassador and Champion Driver Ashan Silva delivered an exceptional performance by winning the SLGT-3500 cc main events and earning the coveted Best Driver title on both occasions. His double win reinforced his standing as one of Sri Lanka’s finest motorsport talents.
Adding to the impressive achievements, Exide Co-Brand Ambassador and motocross champion Jacques Gunawardena claimed victory in the Group MX – Bikes, 100cc-125cc (2T) and 175cc – 250cc (4T) categories at Gajaba Supercross 2025, where he was crowned Best Rider of the meet.
RoadX Radial Tires, ranked as the 10th largest tyre manufacturer globally and marketed in Sri Lanka by Browns, powered RoadX Racing Co-Brand Ambassador Anuradha Amarasinghe, a rising competitor in the SL-N 1500cc event. Showcasing precision, grip, and control trusted in over 180 countries worldwide, RoadX Radial Tires drove Anuradha to a first runner-up finish at the Rotherham Katukurunda Circuit Meet 2025, securing a well-deserved podium, while also clinching first place at the Gajaba Supercross 2025.
Brown & Company Cluster Chief Operating Officer – Automotive and Hardware Ajith de Silva said: “As one of the most anticipated events in the Sri Lankan racing calendar, we are proud to be associated with these prestigious races. Exide and RoadX are trusted brands synonymous with power, both on the racetrack and the road. These partnerships are not about sponsorship, it’s about advancing motorsports in Sri Lanka. We look forward to building more of these relationships in the years to come.”
Through its continued support of national racing events, Exide reaffirms its commitment to motorsports and its role in elevating Sri Lanka’s racing industry. By backing renowned races such as the Rotherham Katukurunda Circuit Meet and Gajaba Supercross, Exide helps set new standards, inspire young talent and enhance the nation’s motorsport profile. With a proud 150-year legacy of the Browns Group and 101 years of Exide in Sri Lanka, Browns Exide remains dedicated to delivering value to all stakeholders, and looks forward to driving many more exciting initiatives in the future.
RoadX Racing Co-Brand Ambassador Anuradha Amarasinghe with his winner’s trophy
Exide Racing Co-Brand Ambassadors, Champion Driver Ashan Silva and Motocross Champion Rider Jacques Gunawardena celebrate their victories
