Grade 5 Student Races to Victory, Showcasing Talent on the International Motorsport Stage
Bengaluru, September 29, 2025: Eeshan Swaroop, a grade 5 student from Global Indian International School (GIIS), Whitefield, has made India proud by securing first place in the Micro Max Rookie category at the prestigious Rotax Max Challenge (RMC) 2025 in Thailand. Recognised as one of the world’s foremost karting championships, the RMC drew top young racers from multiple countries, with a total of 12 drivers from India, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Japan competing in the event, making Eeshan’s victory a remarkable achievement on the global motorsport stage.
Eeshan also proved his consistency by finishing third in the Micro Max category at both the RMC Thailand 2025 and the RMC Asia Trophy 2025. Competing as the only Indian driver at this level, Eeshan demonstrated unmatched grit, discipline and racing skill against top young talents from across the globe.
Lauding his achievement, Ms. Madhu Khanna, Sr. Principal, GIIS Whitefield, said, “Eeshan’s triumph at international championships reflects his extraordinary dedication and the culture of excellence we nurture at GIIS Whitefield. His ability to race shoulder-to-shoulder with the world’s best young drivers and emerge victorious makes us immensely proud and inspires every student in our community. This triple success marks not only a milestone for Eeshan but also a proud moment for GIIS Whitefield and Indian motorsport, underlining the school’s commitment to holistic education and fostering student aspirations beyond academics.”
Sharing his excitement, Eeshan said, “Racing internationally was both tough and thrilling. Winning the Micro Max Rookie title is a moment I will always treasure; it fuels my determination to keep improving and aim higher in the years ahead.”
GIIS Whitefield congratulates Eeshan on his stellar feat and reaffirms its mission of equipping students with the skills, mindset and opportunities that help them excel on the global stage, whether in academics, sports, or the arts.
About Global Indian International School
Global Indian International School (GIIS) is part of a global network of premier international schools under Global Schools Group (GSG) – an initiative of Global Schools Foundation (GSF) which has won over 650+ prestigious awards for providing quality education. GIIS operates in 11 countries, with 64 campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, UAE, India, Saudi Arabia, Cambodia, South Korea, Philippines, and Vietnam. Founded in 2002 in Singapore, GIIS offers a range of International and Indian curricula for kindergarten to Grade 12 students. These include the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), Cambridge IGCSE, IB Primary Years Programme, IB Middle Years Programme, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and the Global Montessori Plus programme.
