Uganda, April 12 -- The ongoing rains could go a long way in deciding the destiny of the Southern Motor Club (SMC) Masaka rally that runs for two days from Saturday.

Drivers are likely to brave slippery roads during the second round of the 2024 National Rally Championship (NRC) in the districts of Masaka and Kyotera.

Three-time national champion Jas Mangat, co-driven by Enoch Olinga in a Hyundai i20, won the season opener in Mbarara.

This race presents a chance for Mangat/Olinga to stamp their authority on the seven-race championship.

However, the challenge will stretch beyond other crews. "We have no idea how the road will behave with the rain," Olinga said.

"It's not until we go and recee tomorrow (today) that we can be able to jud...