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Dean leads with vision as a creative director and charges every challenge with relentless speed.

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$\"\"$ A father fueled by passion, a go-kart racer who never settles for less. Living proof that limits are made to be broken.

What started as a hobby ignited an unbreakable drive. Behind the helmet, he locks in his focus. On the track, he owns himself. That hunger propelled him to the podium in the SWS 4 Hours Endurance Race.

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“Racing against younger and stronger competitors keeps my spirit alive and motivated which also helps in pushing my career. ” - Dean

Ignited with fire and focus, he is gearing up for the ultimate challenge, the Sodi World Series Endurance Championship in Malaysia. Ready to face the world’s best, he aims to take his shot at glory and proudly represent his country on the global stage.

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\nWHAT DRIVES YOU TO JUGGLE A FULL-TIME CAREER WHILE COMPETING AT THIS LEVEL?\n

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The love for speed and constant self-improvement drives me. Karting keeps my spirit sharp and motivated, pushing me to perform better both in racing and my career.

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HOW DO YOU STRUCTURE YOUR WEEK TO TRAIN, RECOVER, AND WORK WITHOUT BURNING OUT?

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I keep my routine flexible to balance work and training without burning out. Instead of strict recovery plans, I focus on consistent practice and seat time to keep improving.

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WHAT'S ONE RECOVERY OR FUELING HABIT THAT HAS MADE THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE FOR YOU?

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Proper rest before race day makes the biggest difference for me. I also rely on electrolyte drinks to stay hydrated and ready to perform.
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WHAT DOES STANDING ON THIS PODIUM MEAN TO YOU PERSONALLY?

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Standing on the podium reminds me that passion has no age limit. It keeps me motivated and connected to a community that shares the same drive.

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WAS THERE A MOMENT DURING PREPARATION OR THE RACE WHEN YOU WANTED TO QUIT, AND HOW DID YOU PUSH THROUGH IT?

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Doubt happens, especially when performance dips, but I stay positive and focused. The right mindset and supportive community keep me pushing forward.
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⁠NOW THAT YOU'VE REACHED THIS MILESTONE, WHAT'S THE NEXT GOAL YOU'RE CHASING?

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This milestone is just one step toward my bigger goal of winning the Sodi World Series in Malaysia and representing the country in Europe. You only live once, so I’m all in.
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