 There are other
categories of single-seater racing, including kart racing, which
employs a small, low-cost machine on small tracks. Many of the
current top drivers began their careers in karts. Formula Ford
once represented a popular first open-wheel category for
up-and-coming drivers stepping up from karts and now the Formula
BMW series is the preferred option as it has introduced an areo
package and slicks,
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 Sports
car racing is a form of circuit auto racing with
automobiles that have two seats and enclosed wheels.
They may be purpose-built or related to road-going
sports cars.
A kind of
hybrid between the purism of open-wheelers and the
familiarity of touring car racing, this racing is often
associated with the annual Le Mans 24 Hours endurance
race. First run, it is one of the oldest motor races
still in existence. .
Championship for drivers and constructors of around 18
races a year featuring major international car and
engine manufacturers, and independent constructors, such
as Ferrari, McLaren, Williams, BMW Sauber, Toyota,
Honda, Renault, Red Bull Racing - in an ongoing battle
of technology and driver skill and talent. The sport is
one of the top five watched sporting events in the
world.
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