A special celebrity Champion’s Drive will be held at next week’s A1 Grand prix at the Sepang circuit. Malaysia’s A1 Team and Proton has organised a 10 lap race, which involves celebrities racing in Proton’s Satria R3 cars.
Some of the celebrities participating are former F1 champion Emmerson Fittipaldi, ex-F1 driver Jan Lammers, Alex Yoong’s sister Pippa Yoong and Malaysia’s rally king Karamjit Singh.
The Malaysian leg of the A1 Grand Prix will be held from 18-20 November 2005. Tickets are priced from RM30 to RM200.
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Comments on "Proton Celebrity Champion’s Drive" focus mainly on the Malaysian racing scene and Alex Yoong’s career, with some discussing Philippa (Pippa) Yoong. Many critics question Yoong’s racing abilities, citing poor performance and lack of progress despite his F1 background. Supporters emphasize his hard work, pioneering role in Malaysian motorsport, and the importance of starting somewhere. Several comments highlight the lack of recognition for local drivers like Karamjit Singh and Nichole David, criticizing Malaysia’s sports development and media coverage. The involvement of celebrities and water-sky jumping are viewed as publicity stunts, with some considering the celebrity race a money-making event. Overall, sentiments are mixed, with pride for Yoong’s historic achievements contrasted by skepticism about his racing skills and the country's sports infrastructure.