I started competing online against some of the best drivers in the world, including real racing drivers and factory drivers,” he said.

The move from a virtual cockpit to a real racing car came in 2024.

In real racing, if you lock up, you can ruin your tyres.

It’s a very expensive sport, so your mentality changes the moment you get into a real car,” Sai said.

When I sat in a real racing car for the first time, I felt completely at ease,” he added.