Motor Racing

The Formula One Motor Racing is gaining popularity in urban India. It is one of the fastest growing sports where viewership is concerned. In 2010, New Delhi is slated to host the first ever Indian Grand Prix. Although at present there are no F1 circuits in India, there is an F3 circuit at Sri Perumbudur near Chennai.
In October 2007, the Indian multi-billionaire Vijay Mallya bought the under-performing F1 team Spyker and renamed it Force India. Force India F1 represents India's increased participation within Formula One.
India has also produced some good drivers. India's Narain Karthikeyan has driven for Team Jordan in 2005. He was the second test driver for Team Williams during 2006-07. Karun Chandok, arguably India's second best driver, has been competing at GP2 level and might feature with an F1 team in the future. Red Bull has expressed interest in him, and he recently tested for them at Barcelon