The inaugural Java House Grand Prix is expected to draw massive crowds to Arlington from March 13-15. Many of those spectators will be children. Across the country, motorsports [Formula 1, NASCAR, IndyCar, etc.] have been growing in popularity among younger fans.  A growing segment of motorsports s pectators is the younger crowd. One of those kids, already living out many of his racing dreams, is 11-year-old Liam Nachawati. The professional go-kart driver started at just 6 years old. What was supposed to be a hobby turned into an international circuit on karts, reaching speeds of up to 90 miles per hour. “I race here in America, Dubai like Abu Dhabi, England, we go to Sweden, I race in Italy,” Nachawati said. He is on the Ricky Flynn Motorsports team. The same team that helped to shape the early careers of Formula 1 drivers like Formula One World Drivers’ Champion Lando Norris and his McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri. Liam said he loves the thrill; his parents want to make sure he is always safe while knowing the risks. “Not every race that Liam’s involved in does he crash,” Majed Nachawati said. “But every play, if your son is a starter, for example, in football, almost every play there’s a chance of a violent collision. In my mind, inherent in every sport, on the track, on the grid, there are risks to the children and the athletes.” Liam would love to fulfill his dream of earning a rare seat in Formula 1. While Formula 1 is very different from IndyCar racing, he and his family are very excited about the Java House Grand Prix racing in Arlington. “That’s definitely a big milestone for Texas as a state and IndyCar for itself. I think that’s really exciting,” Liam said. His dad agreed and also thinks it will help attract even more events like it to North Texas. “In our opinion, more motorsports fans need more events here. We’re happy that Arlington, the officials in Arlington, were able to make it happen,” Majed said. Majed said karting is the primary entry into a motorsport future. That’s why Liam has accepted the sacrifices that include homeschooling, less time with his friends, and a massive financial commitment for his parents. “To race with the top international teams, your budget for a full race season should be around $350,000 to $450,000,” Majed said. Majed said he comes from humble beginnings. His dad worked in the plant at General Motors for decades, and he himself worked in a flea market to make ends meet when he was younger. He said he understands the price tag on motorsports, at this level, is nearly impossible for most families to overcome. That’s why the Nachawati family said they are doing their part to help others. Majed said the family donates racing suits, car parts, and so much more. “We help families and raise money for kids who otherwise wouldn’t have the budget to go into motorsports because it is so cost-prohibitive,” Majed said. The Java House Grand Prix sprints through Arlington March 13-15. Kids 12 and under get free general admission with a ticketed adult. This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser. ...read more read less