Think you’re a champ, come and prove it at the HSBC Racing Academy. The selection process of the HSBC Racing Academy is well underway and racing towards the half way stage. The first phase of the selection process began on the October 1st and has created tremendous enthusiasm amongst young UAE nationals.
Only the top 60 will proceed to Stage 2
UAE nationals, aged between 14-25 years, both male and female should grab this opportunity with both hands and get down to the Kartdrome the selection process ends on the 21st of October. Each participant will be entitled to a free session. Aspiring racing driver are urged to call 04-3678744 for opening and closing times.
Phase Two will commence on Saturday the October 28 where the 60 fastest drivers will undergo a full day of practical training using the Audi A3 Sportsback Turbo. Phase Three will begin on Saturday the November 4, and the 30 selected drivers will be taught the basics of driving a manual car using the Subaru Impreza WRX and the GTS sports car. Only the best 10 drivers will be selected to progress to Phase Four on Saturday the November 11.
The 10 drivers in Phase Four will then be instructed on all the basic skills needed to successfully drive a single-seater racing car and will be assessed against the clock. At the end of this phase, three drivers will be selected to undergo continued training at Dubai Autodrome preparing them to compete against the best in the world. The drivers selected for 2007 will be announced at the FIA GT Championship on November 18, 2006. The fastest lap time so far is 1.13.671 set by Yousuf Al Budoor.
Bridgestone will be giving racing enthusiasts the opportunity to see the 2005 Ferrari Formula One car up close. Bridgestone boasts one of Formula One’s most impressive racing records.
About the Dubai Autodrome
Dubai Autodrome is the region's first fully-integrated motorsports facility. The Autodrome is a state-of-the-art complex featuring an FIA sanctioned 5.39 km track, There are six track permutations, with three of them being able to work simultaneously, giving unparalleled options for track users. The complex, part of the Union Properties MotorCity development, includes a Race & Driving School, a CIK-approved Kart track; is ideal for concerts and corporate entertainment. Dubai Autodrome also acts as a social destination and tourist attraction for overseas visitors.
