Developing tomorrow's champions

To promote sports car culture in China, Volkswagen Group China and Top Speed Ltd began the Formula Masters China Series this year, a new junior program designed to foster the next generation of Chinese and Asian motorsport stars.

"It is the ideal training program for fledging talent aged 15 and up to gain a comprehensive foundation," said Markus Nels, director of sports car projects at Volkswagen Group China.

He said the series of races in single-seat cars is an affordable way to nurture up-and-coming drivers that ensures skill - not financial advantages - brings the best talent to the racetrack.