Rudi Schüssler
MEET RUDI
From lapping up Top Gear as a toddler to fostering his passions throughout his schooling career and now gearing up for life on the track, Rudi Schüssler is a talented and dynamic South African kart-racer who has quickly gained significant attention in the motorsport world.
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From the outset, Rudi's exceptional skills and determination has set him apart. With countless hours spent on the track, he has developed a keen understanding of vehicle dynamics and the importance of precision and consistency in driving.
FUN FACTS
14
AVERAGE WIN BY SECONDS
26
RACES IN 2 YEARS
70%
WIN RATE
2500
UNCOUNTABLE LAPS
LIFE ON THE TRACK
"I could easily spend days at the track whether it be as a spectator, photographer or racing myself..." Whether setting up his racing gear, the next overtake turn or his camera equipment, you will find Rudi on the track - always smiling.
Rudi's versatility and resilience stands out and his approach to integrate both the technical (theory) and creative (driving by feel) aspects of racing, has shone through and demonstrated a strategic mindset which has set him up for strong overtakes.
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Beyond the physical track, Rüdi is an avid sim racer, competing in various short and endurance races on platforms like iRacing and Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC) racing online against international competitors and participating in the local OKLA online racing competition, further honing his skills and competitive spirit.
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This year (2024) Rudi joined the esteemed Neil Basilio Racing (NBR) team and is now focused on the National Championships with physical and mentally challenging training equipping him to follow his dreams - "to be the fastest driver I can be and set foot into other exciting aspects of this sport."
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