The Racing Elite: DCL23 Split 2 Team Rosters Ready for Action

In this article, we’ll introduce you to the pilots who will be representing their teams, unveiling the faces behind the goggles and exploring the diverse rosters that make up the heart of Split 2’s thrilling competition.

The DCL23 Grand Prix Split 2 promises to be a spectacle of speed, precision, and aerial finesse, and at its core are the teams that bring these races to life. Let’s dive into the rosters of each of the ten competing teams, shedding light on the talented individuals who will be vying for glory.

Fans of drone racing will be thrilled to see the return of some of the top teams in the league, including XBlades Racing and Raiden Racing, both of whom have a strong track record of success in past seasons. Additionally, the league has introduced a new teams, including Mach1, which is the first-ever women’s drone team to compete in the DCL.

Raiden Racing:

The current world champions and the winners of Split 1, This team is known for its skill and speed, and they will be led by top pilots such as Thunder, Kosta, and Longcat.

1	Pilot/ Manager	David Modig	Longcat
2	Pilot	Vicent Mayans	THUNDER_FPV
3	Pilot	Konstantin Sonnentag	Kosta FPV
4	Pilot	Evan Desautels	silent
5	Pilot	Gabriel Barrasso	IQ0
6	Pilot	Yuki Matsuyama	Mattyo FPV
7	Pilot	Andreas Klein	Andreas_FPV
8	Pilot	Yuki Hashimoto	Yukifpv
9	Pilot	Nazim Tuzun	NZM FPV

XBlades:

This team has a reputation for being one of the best in the league, having achieved the rank 1 position multiple times in the past. After a challenging season last year, they are more determined than ever to reclaim their title and show the world what they are capable of. Watch out for this talented team as they bring their A-game to the competition this year.

1	Pilot	Ashton Gamble	Drobot
2	Pilot	Swan Versmissen	Yayou
3	Pilot	Alexander Kholkin	Salie1
4	Pilot	Kieran Tucker	razbri
5	Pilot	Julius Jäger	ViolinFPV
6	Pilot	Colin Chaigne	Shaigne.
7	Pilot	MinJae KIM	Minjae
8	Pilot	Thomas Kund	Star23467
9	Pilot	Dorian Kundel	DrainOG

SDT Perpetuumcoin:

Give a warm welcome to the talented pilots of SDT PERPETUUMCOIN! This team proved their worth in the previous season, delivering impressive performances that left everyone in awe. With renewed passion and determination, they’ve been putting in countless hours of practice to take their skills to the next level. Expect to see some thrilling maneuvers and innovative strategies as they push their way to the top of the leaderboard this season.

1	Pilot	Albert Rosinés Cueto	Blessed Fpv
2	Pilot	Daniel Borrega Villalba	DAN00B
3	Pilot	Jayden Jackson	Shrimpy Boy
4	Pilot	Marcell Lleixà Bergel	Seasky_FPV
5	Pilot	Nate YomTov	NateYT
6	Pilot	Silvio Camejo Ramos	Silvio fpv
7	Pilot	Stuart Francis	Squid-FPV
8	Pilot	YounGi Han	HYG FPV
9	Pilot	Wilf Harvey	Wilf

China Dragons:

The only team representing Asia in the competition, China Dragons have assembled a team of highly skilled pilots, including Cr3at0rGamer, gMan, and Cryson, to compete for the championship.

1	Pilot	Doruk Cengiz	DoruK FPV
2	Pilot	Kenrick Lin	kenrickfpv
3	Pilot	Krutharth Chickmagalur	IonFPV
4	Pilot	Lukas Böhm	Cryson
5	Pilot	Lukas Rau	Cr3at0rGamer
6	Pilot	Sheng Yi Ran	DuoNa FPV
7	Pilot	James Govey	CloneNo1
8	Pilot	Max Heiligman	gMan

Quad Force One:

Runner’s Up from the Split 1, This team has been making waves in the drone racing world, and they will be looking to make a big impression in the 2023 season. Pilots such as HeadsUP and PropsicleFPV will be leading the charge.

1	Pilot	Colin Rountree	Proximo
2	Pilot	Dimo Dimitrov Shterev	Burkan
3	Pilot	Evan Turner	HeadsUP
4	Pilot	Levi Johnson	Leviathann
5	Pilot	Quinton Hansen	QTFPV
6	Pilot	Ryan Martin	AKDRONES
7	Pilot	Silas Aaron	PropsicleFPV
8	Pilot	Spencer Cannizzaro	Screecher
9	Pilot	Kal Reifsnyder	Maverick
10	Pilot	Mason Lively	Hyper

Alpha Prop Racing:

Introducing the roster of Alpha Prop Racing, a team that has quickly risen through the ranks to compete in the pro series. They have worked tirelessly to hone their skills and are ready to prove themselves in the pro circuit. With fierce competition from teams like Cyclone, the competition will be intense, but Alpha Prop Racing is confident in their ability to hold their own. Keep an eye on this up-and-coming team as they make a name for themselves in the world of drone racing.

1	Pilot	Javier De Juan Bravo	Djan Braverick
2	Pilot	Gabriele Principe	gabriprince
3	Pilot	Jordi Picó Filgueira	VinagresFPV
4	Pilot	Jordy Peek	keepy_FPV
5	Pilot	Kevin Marshall	LazyDay
6	Pilot	Miguel Fernández Meca	MikroMecanee
7	Pilot	Susan Smith	Roo
8	Pilot	Thomas Bitmatta	BMSThomas
9	Pilot	David Franke	propFPV
10	Pilot	Matteo Di Fonzo	Difo_96

Cyclone Drone Racing:

Introducing the impressive roster of the CYCLONE DRONE RACING, a new Pro team who have made a name for themselves in the amateur series and are now competing in the pro season. This team was formed from the community and has worked hard to make their way up the ranks, starting on Xbox and now competing on PC. Their dedication and talent have made them one of the leading teams in the amateur series and we can’t wait to see what they bring to the pro circuit.

1	Pilot	Joaquin Ybanez	JBox
2	Pilot	Filippo Sciamanna	Geek
3	Pilot	Chesley Wick	TheIceCheetah
4	Pilot	Charles Rinfret	Paco
5	Pilot	Bambi Bamford	Bambi
6	Pilot	David Kaufman	Astronaut
7	Pilot	Zachary Ruschak	ZionFPV
8	Pilot	Pit Nestle	Soziapath
9	Pilot	Cedric Wissmann	Lixx
10	Pilot	Jonny Exner	FLUORESCENT

Haven Airborne:

Introducing the roster of Haven Airborne, a new entry team representing Norway in the upcoming DCL23 season. With high expectations and a determination to make their mark, Haven Airborne embodies the pioneering spirit of Norway, a country known for charting new paths and pushing boundaries. This team is ready to show the world what they’re made of and compete at the highest level of drone racing.

1	Head of Esports/Pilot	Jakob Holshagen	Chuggakva
2	Pilot	Erik Holden	Holdox_FPV
3	Pilot	Even Braaten	Snowyeti
4	Pilot	Haakon Gingstad Pedersen	Puray
5	Pilot	Håvard Smeland	Smelandfpv
6	Pilot	Odin Øie Eid	Nido_FPV
7	Pilot	Thomas Haga	SPooK
8	Pilot	Tom Idland	Fireduck

Mach1:

This is the first-ever all-women’s drone racing team to compete in the DCL, and they will be looking to make a big impression in the 2023 season. Pilots such as LaBeba, MaiOnHigh, and StephFPV will be leading the charge.

1	Pilot/ Captain	Ryan Lindsay Grieves	Mako Reactra
2	Pilot	Stephanie Chao	StephFPV
3	Pilot	Natalia Astakhova	natahova
4	Pilot	Leslie Camarena	LaBeba
5	Pilot	Ksenya Mosina	hologram
6	Pilot	Lexie Janson	MaiOnHigh
7	Pilot	Gayeon MO	MOGA FPV
8	Pilot	Heverlein Carreiro	TRILLY FPV
9	Pilot	Kali Ames	KalliFPV
10	Pilot	Liz Bowery	Running_Lizard

DCL Wild Card Team:

This team is made up of top pilots from around the world, and they’ll be looking to upset the established order with their skills and daring. Pilots such as ZOOM, Mr.Bogey, and superspiro will be leading the charge.

1	Pilot	Alexander Hristianov Daskalov	superspiro
2	Pilot	David Mclittle	Vizzy
3	Pilot	Vadim Dzema	ZOOM
4	Pilot	Marcel Sowiak	FlowCelly
5	Pilot	Mattias Gysin	Dragony
6	Pilot	Mladen Atanasov Bogoev	Mr.Bogey
7	Pilot	Sean Murren	Rockerguy
8	Pilot	Stefan Datsik	StDuck
9	Pilot	Michael Chen	da_bits
10	Pilot	Kirill Loban	Valprim

These teams have scoured the globe to assemble their lineups, handpicking the most talented and fearless pilots from DCL Drafts. Each pilot brings a unique set of skills, experience, and racing style to their team, making every matchup a thrilling spectacle. The flexibility to choose between 8 to 10 pilots offers teams a strategic advantage, allowing them to adapt to various race scenarios.

The DCL23 Grand Prix Split 2 is not just a competition between drones; it’s a battle of human skill and precision. The pilots are the ones who will navigate the challenging courses, execute jaw-dropping maneuvers, and, ultimately, determine the fate of their teams.

Stay tuned as we delve deeper into the world of drone racing and get to know the faces behind the machines. Get ready for Split 2, where these pilots will take flight and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of competitive drone racing.

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by Babu Muhammad Umair, Social Media Manager DCL.
Published: September 11, 2023 at 11:56 AM GST