The Formula DRIFT ProAm Series 2009 will continue to work closely with Formula DRIFT Holdings LLC to fulfill their vision to expand and build on the sport of drifting outside of North America. Formula DRIFT Holdings LLC is the first and only sanctioned and recognized North American professional championship drifting series.
Amongst the major sponsors for 2009 is Goodyear who is returning and pledged their support for the event after a great partnership in 2008. In addition, Nissan has also come on board as a major sponsor for the event this year.
In an effort to grow the sport in Asia, the Formula DRIFT ProAm Series 2009 will take on a different format from the inaugural event to feature amateur drift drivers from all around region. This is an invaluable opportunity for amateur Asian drivers to be part of a competition with others of a similar level and also share their experiences with one another. A total of 4,000 tickets will go on sale for a more intimate set-up where spectators will be able to get up close to the exciting action.
The Formula DRIFT ProAm Series 2009 is presented by the Singapore Traffic Police in partnership with ESPN STAR Sports (ESS) this year. ESPN STAR Sports has been appointed the official broadcast channel and will also be responsible in organising the Formula DRIFT ProAm Series 2009.
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The Formula DRIFT ProAm Series 2009 will see 28 local and Asian drifters compete against each other in July. Amongst them is Ivan Lim, the 27-year old drift driver from Singapore who is fast becoming a prominent name on the Asian drift circuit. Ivan has been drifting since 2005 and has even trained under Japanese drifting legend, Ken Nomura. At last year's event, Lim qualified in 10th place, making him the top Singaporean competitor for the event. Lim also recently gained a professional license into the Formula Drift USA series and made his rookie debut at Round 7 of the series at Irwindale Speedway in Los Angeles. His appearance also marked Singapore's first appearance at the highest level of professional drifting.
Mr Marcus Lim, General Manager of Binter & Co, will be acting as the official Technical Consultant of the event, given his experience in staging the inaugural event last year. Mr Lim said, "Last year's success proved that Singapore has an appetite for motor sports and with such supportive partners this year, I am confident that it will only get better. This is a rare opportunity for drivers from around Asia to take part in a high-level competition amongst those who are of a compatible level. The ProAm format is a great chance for amateurs to really get out there and gain competition experience which will help them reach greater heights."
Tickets for the Formula DRIFT ProAm Series 2009 are available via SISTIC from 13 June 2009 onwards. General admission tickets are priced at SGD15.00 and Grandstand tickets are SGD35. More information is available on the official website at http://www.formuladrift.com.sg/
