The sports world is expanding its boundaries day by day. Motorsports has become everyone’s favorite. Everyday, there is something new. Fans love to witness thrilling competitions in this sport. Quatermass Motorsport, a UK racing team has taken a heartwarming decision. They have started the Para Racers Academy to encourage diversity and inclusion in esports and sim racing.
Heartwarming Gesture by Quatermass Motorsport:
Quatermass Motorsport, a UK racing team, has introduced the Para Racers Academy to enhance diversity and inclusion in esports and sim racing. This new initiative features a team of ten disabled and neurodiverse drivers who will compete in major sim racing events, including the iRacing Special Events, SRO GT Championships, and the Virtual Le Mans Series.
Following the conclusion of the 2024 Paris Paralympics and looking ahead to the Olympic eSports Games in Saudi Arabia in 2025, Quatermass Motorsport believes this academy is launching at an ideal time. The aim is to empower drivers with physical and psychological disabilities to compete at the highest levels, providing them with the tools and support needed to succeed.
The Para Racers Academy is dedicated to dismantling barriers and creating opportunities for talented drivers to display their abilities on a global platform. Quatermass Motorsport’s mission is to ensure that every individual, regardless of their challenges, has the chance to pursue their passion for competitive racing, fostering a more inclusive environment in the world of esports.
Lowering Costs for Disabled Racers:
Quatermass Motorsport is committed to reducing the high costs associated with adapting racing equipment and infrastructure for disabled racers. The team plans to collaborate with companies that develop the specialized products they use, making racing more accessible for all.
Founded in 2011 by Max Spooner, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome at 17, Quatermass expanded into professional sim racing in 2017. He joined Team BRIT’s esports division, composed entirely of disabled drivers. Quatermass became independent again in 2022. Their partners include Colour By Numbers, the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, and Shahzad.
Max Spooner’s Words:
While talking about this initiative, Quatermass founder Max Spooner said, “Our goal isn’t just to create a team of disabled sim racers. We want to support these individuals to become better versions of themselves. With our support, we want to teach them the skills required to be competitive in sim racing that they can also use in their careers and to help integrate them into society.”
The Para Racers Academy isn’t the only big news in sim racing this year. In April, the F1 Sim Racing World Championship, the official series for Formula 1, made its comeback. This follows an interrupted and incomplete 2023 season, marking a fresh start for the competitive scene.
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