Pakistan Drift Federation (PDF) was founded by me, Talha Bin Azhar (aka TBA), along with Taimur Butt. It was a vision to unite emerging drifters, build the local scene, and crown the drift king of Pakistan, under the Pakistan Drift Series (PDS). Naming the Champion, the second season of PDS was set to run from 6th to 8th December 2025 at Vroom Racing Circuit in Lahore. On December 4, Aman, Umair Bhai, and I left Karachi on a gloomy morning, greeted by Lahore’s cold breeze upon arrival.
We went straight to the BNB, loosened up, and then drove straight to the racing circuit. Met up with the community, and began our day by modifying the track. By afternoon, new drivers began rolling in. It is always refreshing to see youth step forward with passion overflowing, clearly reflected in their builds. I can vouch for the feeling that comes with moments like these; it takes real courage to even show up to such a large-scale event alongside drifters from across the country and seasoned, high-level builds.
December 4 came to an end, and it was about anything but an assessment and or an evaluation. Drivers tested their setups, watched over the surface, and spent time together (cliché, I know). Friday followed much the same rhythm. The usual tea by the track until the evening, the entire driver community gathered at NOBS Coffee with their builds. Fans came out, cars lined up, and everyone sat together to binge-watch the premiere of Drift Matsuri. And in all honesty, watching our own scene on the screen lit something in me. We shared a few sentiments, followed by a pep talk from me addressing the community.
Saturday was no different. It was the day for solo and qualifiers, and the pressure (kind of) kicked in.
Sunday was the D day. It commenced with top-16 battles, and drivers were enthusiastic and energetic, which left no room for mistakes. The day was defined by smoke, grit, and resilience. Day 1 rolled on with a top-16 solo battles as drifters charged past the roaring crowd, preceded by a top-8 parade. Abdullah Marwat secured pole position, followed by Bhutta close behind. I, along with TBA and Taimur, had a tough run, as the grid was packed with talent. In Solo mastery, Hamza Iftikhar finished first, followed by Muhammad Ibrahim in second, and Hashir Asim in third place.
By afternoon, things got tense. It was time for tandem battles, and tandems test everything. You have to drive close, react fast, and trust your judgement. One small error can end your run. After back-to-back battles, Marwat finished first, followed by Haris Khan in second, and the third-place position was disqualified. During a tandem battle, Bhutta lost control of my car and dropped into a hole off the track. In that moment, everything paused; the crowd fell silent, shocked etched on every face, as drivers panicked for his safety. Alas, he was fine, and that’s what mattered. The boys at the Vroom Racing Circuit acted quickly, brought a crane, and within twenty minutes, Bhutta was back on track. A moment like this is a testament to the strength of the community.
The final battles were streamed live on YouTube, allowing people across the country to watch. By Monday morning, December 8, we packed up and headed back to Karachi, tired, cold, and satisfied.
I’ve driven a BMW M3 hard, and every single time, it teaches balance. I’ve relied on the Nissan 350z when power is needed, control instead of ego. But this weekend wasn’t about cars alone. It was about people showing up for each other and for the sport.
This event showed how far we’ve come. How far this community has come. It showed discipline, growth, and respect. Every drift car on that track represented effort and sacrifice. We didn’t just host a competition. We strengthened the culture and raised the standard.
