Astro's eGG Network has partnered with former Formula One driver Alex Yoong's Axle Sport to launch the E1 Championship, an online-only racing series with a prize pool of US$15,000.
Aimed to discover the best drivers in the Asia Pacific region, the eight-round tournament will see participants racing on RaceRoom on renowned international tracks, beginning with the Sepang International Circuit on November 18th.
"We are thrilled to be working with Alex to launch the E1 Championship, the first home-grown sim-racing IP.
"There’s growing interest in e-motorsports, with close to 500,000 Malaysian fans tuning in to watch the eRacing GP SEA on eGG Network.
"Our channel, which is available in Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar and Australia, has a potential reach of 18 million to esports fans.
"We look forward to racing talents in Asia Pacific region joining the E1 Championship so fans can support their local drivers," said Lee Choong Khay, Astro's Head of Sports.
Yoong added: "As part of the passionate sim-racing community, I am truly excited to work with eGG Network to launch E1 Championship.
"With a US$15,000 prize pool and top-notch production quality, we aim to attract the most talented drivers and racing teams to compete, making every race a showcase of how thrilling motorsports can be."
Teams can register now and get tournament details at www.e1championship.com.
Seng Foo Lee
Tue Oct 20 2020
eGG Network, ESI to release 'Jalur 14' esports docuseries
Astro’s esports channel and platform eGG Network will be premiering Jalur 14, a five-part docuseries chronicling the rise of esports and the gaming industry in Malaysia over the last 14 years, on November 26.
eGG Network, Alex Yoong launch E1 Championship with US$15,000 prize pool
Astro's eGG Network has partnered with former Formula One driver Alex Yoong's Axle Sport to launch the E1 Championship, an online-only racing series with a prize pool of US$15,000.
Indonesian teams dominate MPLI Invitational 4 Nation Cup qualifiers
Indonesia displayed their Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) prowess as their representative teams qualified for the MLBB Professional League Invitational (MPLI) 4 Nation Cup play-offs.
Team Bosskurr relishing MPL Invitational 4 Nation Cup challenge
Malaysian Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) professional team Bosskurr said the MLBB Professional League (MPL) Invitational 4 Nation Cup had been an eye-opener for them.
Top regional Mobile Legends teams to clash at MPL Invitational 4 Nation Cup
The best Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) teams from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Myanmar will be competing at the MLBB Profesional League (MPL) Invitational 4 Nation Cup (MPLI).
Malaysia to host World Electronic Sports Games APAC Final
Alibaba Sports, a subsidiary of China’s tech giant Alibaba, and Hong Kong’s Esports International Group (EIG) announced on Monday that the Asia Pacific Final of the 2019-20 World Electronic Sports Games (WESG) would be held in Malaysia.
eGG Network's ACE launches esports job portal
The Alliance of Campus Esports (ACE), an initiative of regional esports channel eGG Network, has launched a job portal to help esports enthuasists break into the industry.
Bundesliga shield coming to Malaysia
Bundesliga fans in Malaysia will have an opportunity to get a close look at the Meisterschale this weekend.
Malaysian pro gamer begins road to FIFA eWorld Cup
Luqman "Fenrir" Haziq is eager to do well at the PGL FUT Champions Cup March Singapore to boost his bid to qualify for the 2019 FIFA eWorld Cup.
Six Nations Rugby, Asian Cup Final, Roma vs Milan: What to watch this week
Astro Sports Pack customers, especially rugby union fans, are in for a treat this week with several top-notch events taking place in the world of sports
France, England, Czech Republic, Sweden and Switzerland reach last 16
World champions France and England were among five teams to qualify for the last 16 of Euro 2020 without playing on Monday.
Depay salutes Malen impact in first Euro 2020 start
The Netherlands have won their three group games at a European Championship for only the third time as they scored an easy in on Monday.
Finland 0-2 Belgium: Lukaku on target as Red Devils top Group B
Belgium remain one of the favourites to win Euro 2020 after winning three out of three in the group stage of the tournament.
Russia 1-4 Denmark: Hjulmand's side seal last-16 spot with sensational win
Andreas Christensen and Joakim Maehle scored late on as Denmark secured their Euro 2020 knockout place in spectacular fashion.
Ruud into last 16 in Mallorca as Lajovic dumped out
Casper Ruud claimed his place in the next round of the Mallorca Championships as Dusan Lajovic was beaten by a qualifier.
Harden to join Durant at Tokyo Olympics but no Curry for Team USA
James Harden is in but Stephen Curry is out as Team USA firm up their plans for the 2021 Tokyo Games.
Zinchenko slams 'unacceptable' Ukraine after potentially pivotal Austria defeat
Austria reached the last 16 of the Euros for the first time, but Oleksandr Zinchenko was dismayed by Ukraine's display.
Southgate urges England to adapt amid Mount and Chilwell coronavirus uncertainty
Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell are doubts for England's game against the Czech Republic due to self-isolation.
Kvitova battles through in Bad Homburg, no play in Eastbourne
Rain prevented any action taking place in Eastbourne, but Petra Kvitova started her grass-court season with a win in Bad Homburg.
Hat-trick for Maharaj as Proteas whitewash Windies
Spinner Keshav Maharaj become only the second South Africa bowler to take a Test hat-trick as West Indies were consigned to a series loss.