Motor Sport Ace Hassan Alwi’s Victory opens Mbale 2026  NRC Rally

Hassan Alwi has steered clearly on his rally win at KCB NRC1 opener with a 2:10sec lead in the The 2026 FMU NRC Hassan Alwi,  securing victory at the KCB Mbale Rally NRC 1. which according to experts opens the rally season with a momentous outlook for the next rallies in Uganda.

The opening event on Uganda’s national motorsport calendar, supported by the International University of East Africa, marks not only an important win, but also a strong foundation for a serious championship challenge this season.

 The partnership between Hassan Alwi and experienced co-driver Musa Nsubuga continues to demonstrate the importance of trust and communication in rally sport, with Musa’s precision in delivering pace to allow the driver to maintain rhythm and confidence across changing surfaces and demanding stages.

Equally important in this victory is the performance of the Ford Proto rally car a machine designed to convert engineering capability into competitive advantage, allowing the team to integrate high-performance components built specifically for rally conditions, and offering improved durability, balance, and responsiveness across rough terrain. Its stability and mechanical strength contribute significantly to maintaining speed without compromising reliability.

 Throughout the Mbale stages, the Ford Proto proved to be a dependable partner, delivering the traction, control, and endurance required to sustain a winning pace. Rallying places intense stress on suspension systems and engine performance, making technical preparation just as important as driving skill. In this case, the machine played its role effectively, complementing the driver’s precision and the co-driver’s experience.

Backing from the International University of East Africa highlights the growing relationship between knowledge, innovation, and sport performance. Motorsport today reflects a combination of physical skill and technical understanding, where research and engineering contribute directly to results on the leaderboard.

According to sports experts, winning the opening round sets the tone, It builds confidence within the team and creates a psychological advantage heading into the next events on the calendar together with consistency across rallies remains.