Sanjana Dandu

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  Sanjana Dandu is a 13-year-old rising star in competitive karting who has quickly established herself in the Asia Pacific racing scene alongside her twin sister Sujana, demonstrating exceptional natural talent and determination under the Legion of Racers development program.

  EARLY YEARS

  Born into a family that would eventually support her motorsport ambitions, Sanjana’s early life remains largely undocumented in racing circles. Her journey into karting began when she joined the Legion of Racers (LOR) program, an esports and lifestyle brand dedicated to breaking barriers for young racers in the Asia Pacific region. This program provided the crucial infrastructure and mentorship that would shape her early development, offering opportunities to cultivate skills both in virtual racing environments and on physical tracks.

  EARLY SUCCESS

  The young racer’s talent became evident almost immediately upon entering competitive karting. Within just one year of starting her motorsport journey, Sanjana made significant waves in the Asia Pacific Karting Championship, transitioning rapidly from rookie to competitive driver. Racing alongside her twin sister Sujana, she quickly caught attention for her remarkable adaptability and racing instinct against more experienced competitors. Under the guidance of experienced mentors like Melvin Moh, co-founder of Legion of Racers, Sanjana’s progress accelerated through a comprehensive development program designed to nurture talented drivers from grassroots karting to professional levels.

  Her resilience became particularly evident during challenging race weekends, such as a difficult event in Valencia where, despite facing setbacks, she maintained a positive outlook and demonstrated an exceptional capacity to learn from experience. This mental fortitude, combined with her natural racing aptitude, has become a hallmark of her early career and suggests significant potential for her racing future.

  NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

  • 2024: Competed in the Champions of the Future Karting Academy, gaining valuable international racing experience[1].
  • 2024: Participated in the Asia Pacific Karting Championship, establishing herself as a promising talent in regional competition[3].
  • 2024: Completed a challenging race weekend at Al Ain circuit, demonstrating perseverance in international competition[3].

  REPUTATION

  In racing circles, Sanjana has quickly built a reputation as a driver who demonstrates remarkable progress and adaptation. Her rapid development from complete novice to competitive karting racer within just one year speaks volumes about her natural talent and work ethic. Mentors and observers frequently note her determination when facing adversity and her ability to absorb and implement feedback—critical qualities for long-term success in motorsport.

  The racing community particularly recognizes her as part of an emerging generation of female racers breaking barriers in what has traditionally been a male-dominated sport. Her presence alongside her sister in international karting events represents a significant step forward for diversity in motorsport’s developmental pathways, inspiring other young women to pursue careers in racing.

  Melvin Moh, her mentor and LOR co-founder, has publicly expressed confidence in Sanjana’s abilities and potential for advancement, reinforcing her status as a promising talent whose career trajectory warrants close attention from the broader motorsport community.

  FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

  Looking ahead to 2025, Sanjana is set to return for her second consecutive year in the prestigious Champions of the Future Karting Academy, with the opening round scheduled at Portimao. She has explicitly targeted a top 10 finish in this championship, a goal that reflects both her growing confidence and heightened ambitions in international competition. Under the continued support of LOR Racing, her performance in this academy will likely determine her next career steps, with potential advancement to higher racing categories depending on her results.

  Her 2025 racing calendar remains centered on building upon the foundation laid in previous seasons, with a clear emphasis on consistent participation and performance development rather than dramatic changes in direction. This measured approach to career progression aligns with the developmental philosophy of the Legion of Racers program, which emphasizes steady growth and skill refinement as the path toward long-term success in professional motorsport.

  References:

  Legion of Racers Press Release: Dandu Twins Return to Champions of the Future Karting Academy
  Asia Pacific Motorsport Magazine: Rising Stars of Regional Karting
  Karting World: Dandu Sisters Face Challenges at Al Ain Weekend
  Champions of the Future Karting Academy 2025 Entry List
  Valencia Racing Report: Emerging Talents Show Promise Despite Difficult Conditions