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TALABA RACING

GRAYSON

TALABA

PROFILE 

Grayson, a karting prodigy since age 6, has excelled in competitions throughout the Pacific Northwest region. He capped his cadet class career (age 7-11) with an impressive record: 22 podium finishes in 28 races, including 8 victories.

In 2023, at just 12 years old, Grayson stepped up to the highly competitive Junior category (age 12-15), racing a full size kart powered by a 125cc Rotax engine. Despite being the youngest in his class, he triumphed in his debut at the West Coast Kart Club season opener and was the leading Rotax driver at the Padholder Super Cup in Richland, Washington, securing P6 and P9 finishes against the best Junior drivers in western Canada and the United States.

    • SIMA Rookie Jr. Championship - 2nd place

    • SIMA Junior 1 Championship - 3rd place

    • 11 podium finishes in 15 races

    • SIMA Rookie Junior Championship - 5th place

    • 3 podium finishes in 3 races

    • Winner of 1 of 10 SIMA kid kart driver scholarships

    • Competed in a fully sponsored kid kart championship season in Sumas, WA

    • 2024 BC Regional Tag Junior Championship - 1st place

    • 2024 West Coast Kart Club Rotax Junior Championship - 1st place

    • Competed in 16 races, finishing on the podium 14 times and scoring 6 victories

    • Rotax Canada Final Championship - 5th place

    • Rotax Canada Final Championship - 2 races (8th place, 5th place)

    • Padholder Super Cup, Richland, WA - 2 races (6th place, 9th place)

    • West Coast Kart Club, Chilliwack, BC - 2 races (1st place, 2nd place)

    • Under age for the Junior category (age 12-15)

    • Spent the season preparing, testing and practicing with Junior category drivers.

    • West Coast Kart Club, Chilliwack, BC - 4 races

    • 2 podium finishes in 4 races (2nd, 2nd , 4th, 5th)

    • SIMA Junior 1 Winter Series Championship - 1st place

    • SIMA, Sumas, WA - 3 races (3 straight 1st place finishes)

    • West Coast Kart Club - 2 races (1st place, 3rd place)

    • Kartplex, Area 27 - 1 race (2nd place)

    • 6 podium finishes in 6 races

    • 2024 BC Regional Tag Junior Championship - 1st place

    • 2024 West Coast Kart Club Rotax Junior Championship - 1st place

    • Competed in 16 races, finishing on the podium 14 times and scoring 6 victories

    • Rotax Canada Final Championship - 5th place

    • Rotax Canada Final Championship - 2 races (8th place, 5th place)

    • Padholder Super Cup, Richland, WA - 2 races (6th place, 9th place)

    • West Coast Kart Club, Chilliwack, BC - 2 races (1st place, 2nd place)

    • Under age for the Junior category (age 12-15)

    • Spent the season preparing, testing and practicing with Junior category drivers.

    • West Coast Kart Club, Chilliwack, BC - 4 races

    • 2 podium finishes in 4 races (2nd, 2nd , 4th, 5th)

    • SIMA Junior 1 Winter Series Championship - 1st place

    • SIMA, Sumas, WA - 3 races (3 straight 1st place finishes)

    • West Coast Kart Club - 2 races 1st place, 3rd place)

    • Kartplex, Area 27 - 1 race (2nd place) 6 podium finishes in 6 races

    • SIMA Rookie Jr. Championship - 2nd place

    • SIMA Junior 1 Championship - 3rd place

    • 11 podium finishes in 15 races

    • SIMA Rookie Junior Championship - 5th place

    • 3 podium finishes in 3 races

    • Winner of 1 of 10 SIMA kid kart driver scholarships

    • Competed in a fully sponsored kid kart championship season in Sumas, WA

STATS

OVERALL

RACES

50

VICTORIES

15

PODIUMS

38

News

  • A video thumbnail featuring Grayson Talaba, 14 year old Gokart racer

    Fast Forward Episode 3

    Watch the promotional video from Scuderia Estoras Racing Team featuring Grayson

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    News Coverage, 12 Nov 2024

    “Langley racer, 13, crowned B.C. champ”

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  • Team Announcement

    Grayson Joins Scuderia Estoras

    Scuderia Estoras is thrilled to announce Grayson Talaba as their team driver for 2024

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  • News article featured image showcasing Grayson and his coach preparing a plan for the race

    News Coverage, 14 May 2023

    “Once again, Grayson Talaba was the youngest racer on the track, and once again, he won”

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  • News article featured image showcasing Grayson getting ready for a race.

    News Coverage, 9 Mar 2021

    “Nine-year-old go kart racer tends to end up on the podium”

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Grayson is a kind, soft spoken young man who wears his heart on his sleeve and always has a smile on his face.  He is respectful, a true team player and a person who will go out of his way to help others.  On the racetrack, he is a fierce competitor, showing maturity, driving skills and determination beyond his age.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Grayson Talaba races with exhilarating speed on the straight track.
  • Gracing the second spot on the podium, Grayson Talaba embodies sportsmanship and determination, a testament to his skill and commitment in the competitive world of go-kart racing.
  • Grayson Talaba, poised and ready for the race, sits on the grid, attentively watching other drivers as he prepares for the exhilarating competition ahead.
  • Grayson Talaba, steering towards the finish line, accelerates with determination, capturing the intense moment as he approaches the culmination of the race.
  • Grayson Talaba navigating the track with precision and speed, showcasing his individual prowess and dedication to the thrill of the sport.
  • Grayson Talaba patiently sits in his go-kart, focused and ready for the upcoming challenge.
  • Off the track and standing, Grayson Talaba takes a breather, his presence embodying a moment of focused reflection between the high-speed challenges of racing.
  • Grayson Talaba, poised and ready for the race, sits on the grid, waiting for the exhilarating competition ahead.
  • Grayson Talaba, helmet on and exuding aggression and focus, walks off the track, embodying the determined spirit of a racer concluding another exhilarating challenge.
  • Sitting with a radiant smile, Grayson Talaba exudes joy, capturing a moment of contentment and happiness, showcasing the person behind the racer.
  • Grayson Talaba charges through the race, overtaking his opponent with skill and determination, showcasing his competitive prowess on the track.
  • Grayson Talaba stands in front of his race car, ready to embark on the next thrilling adventure. With determination in his eyes, he prepares to get into his go-kart, fueled by the excitement of the upcoming race.
  • Grayson Talaba surges ahead, decisively passing his opponent, demonstrating his strategic racing prowess and determination on the track.
  • Deep in thought, Grayson Talaba dons his helmet, reflecting on the race ahead with a focused and contemplative demeanor, preparing both mind and machine for the challenges to come.
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JOIN THE TEAM

Next season, Grayson has his sights firmly set on winning the Junior Rotax Canada Final national championship, earning a ticket to the Rotax Grand Finals in October in Sarno, Italy; and representing Canada on the world stage.

Our partners play a crucial role in propelling Grayson to success in the fast-paced world of kart racing.

Join our team today and become a vital part of Talaba Racing family. Together, we'll chase victory on the track and make racing history.

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