McLaren 570S GT4 to make debut at China GT Championship before broadcast audience of 75 million

• China GT Championship 2017 debut for 570S GT4
• 570S GT4 to be raced by McLaren China Managing Director, David McIntyre
• McLaren named Official Safety Car partner for China GT 2017

McLaren’s 570S GT4 track car makes its China debut this weekend in the first race of the 2017 China GT championship, before an estimated TV and online audience of over 75 million.

The 12-13 May event at Beijing Goldenport Park circuit provides an appropriate showcase for the McLaren 570S GT4, China GT having swiftly become the most influential elite racing contest in China since its launch in 2016. McLaren has been named Official Safety Car partner for China GT and will provide a 570S road car for this purpose.

Howzat! Mike Gatting gears up for new sporting challenge

• Former England cricket captain revs up for race debut
• Test batsman joins star-studded Celebrity Trophy grid at Silverstone Classic
• “I’m still buzzing,” said Gatting after passing competition licence
• All tickets for the Classic must be purchased in advance

MSA launches monthly marshals prize draw

Coinciding with the inaugural FIA Volunteers Day, the Motor Sports Association (MSA) has launched a new monthly prize draw for marshals in recognition of their invaluable contribution to UK motorsport, with exclusive prizes on offer courtesy of drivers, teams, events, championships and more.

Each month at least one person – often more – will be picked at random from the MSA’s database of registered marshals. They will each win a special prize and receive a signed certificate of recognition from Rob Jones, MSA Chief Executive, on behalf of the governing body.