Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Asia Series in MACAU GRAND PRIX
Published On Nov 12, 2013 10:23 AM By CarDekho
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Filling closed-off streets with the aggressive roar of the raging bull, the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Asia Series entered the exotic peninsula of Macau for the first time ever, where this year’s Grand Final flourished under the grand excitement of the 60th Macau Grand Prix. Jointly hosted by Italian luxury super sports car maker Automobili Lamborghini and Swiss Haute Horlogerie manufacturer Blancpain, title champions of the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Asia Series 2013 were crowned on Sunday at this 6th and final round. Under the thunderous applause of crowds that surrounded the Guia circuit, gentlemen drivers enjoyed the ultimate test in this year’s race series. Renowned for its challengingly tight corners and demanding surfaces, this racetrack presented unchartered territory not only for most drivers, but for the Gallardo Super Trofeo 2013, which fiercely entered this legendary circuit for the first time this weekend.
After showing unshakeable success this season, Jiang Xin and Max Wiser (#9) were declared PRO-AM champions for the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Asia Series 2013. In second place were Dilantha Malagamuwa and Zen Low (#69), followed by Han Lin and Hanss Lin (#36) in third, each of whom showed great dedication this season that was justly rewarded on Sunday.
Also basking in glory after persistently demonstrating their passionate will to win were China’s Zheng Ting and Steven Lin (#66), who were crowned champions of the AM class. In second place was Andrea Garbagnati (#6), whose triumph was followed by the dynamic teamwork and passion of George Chou and Ida Masahiko (#24), who won third place. Thanks to the strong relationship, exacting demand for unparalleled quality and exclusive passion for extraordinary motorsports shared between Automobili Lamborghini and joint sponsors Blancpain, the Super Trofeo Asia Series 2013 has truly brought gentlemen drivers the ultimate lifestyle experience.
Celebrating 100 years of innovation in half the time, Lamborghini’s 50th Anniversary has played an integrated role in communicating its brand values. Moreover, bringing luxury and quality into the lives of customers is a foundation of Lamborghini which is unmistakable in the environment of the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Asia Series. Luxury Italian Cuisine, world class racetracks, uncompromising technical support and VIP services are just some of the ingredients that have underlined this season of luxury motorsport.
Through the active approach of newly branded specialist team Squadra Corse, the unique pleasure drawn from the Super Trofeo Asia Series has this year been infused with further driving performance and safety to cultivate this ultimate lifestyle experience. Moreover, the commitment of Squadra Corse has been instrumental in allowing the Super Trofeo and all Lamborghini driving experiences in Asia to meet the high expectations of customers and luxury super sports car enthusiasts.
Blancpain hosts its guests in a dedicated lounge in an atmosphere cleverly mingling Fine Watchmaking and the art of living. During a tasting session and a conversation with the watchmaker who is present, they discover the latest collections from the Manufacture and its exceptional timepieces. Among the Blancpain collections, guests discovered the L-evolution R line, a dedication to the manufacturer’s commitment to motorsport. Showing purpose from some of Switzerland’s latest 2013 novelties, the new models R85 and R10 demonstrated combined cutting-edge technologies and carbon fiber as well as the respect for the time-honored art of watchmaking, including big date and the flyback chronograph.
This coming November 22-23, the extraordinary Super Trofeo Series across all three continents will culminate in the World Finals in Rome. Series champions from Asia, Europe and North America will come together to the home country of Lamborghini, where at the world renowned ACI Vallelunga Circuit, teams will compete in one arena for the ultimate racing glory. The Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo gained tri-continental repute this year as North America took on this exclusive racing series. As a new element to this championship, the world finals will allow Asia’s Super Trofeo Champions to further exploit their racing talents on an international platform, whilst enjoying first-hand the Italian culture inherent of the Lamborghini brand worldwide.
Champions from this season will join the world’s leading Super Trofeo drivers at the heart of Italy in little under two weeks, bringing the eyes and ears of the world yet again to the prowess of the raging bull. As participants ready themselves for this never before seen race from the world of Lamborghini motorsport, Asia waits with great excitement for more on the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Asia Series.
Super Trofeo 2013 - Asia Series Calendar
Event 1: |
May 24 – 26 |
Shanghai, China |
Event 2 : |
June 28 – 30 |
Sepang, Malaysia |
Event 3: |
August 09 – 11 |
Inje, Korea |
Event 4: |
September 20 – 22 |
Fuji, Japan |
Event 5: |
October 25 – 27 |
Shanghai, China |
Event 6: |
November 08 - 10 |
Macau |
World Final |
November 22-23 |
Rome, Italy |