The 50,000-capacity arena, the site for the December 14-16 event, will become the assembly point not only for motorsports enthusiasts, but also for champions of all major racing formats - Formula One, MotoGP, IndyCar, Touring Car and Le Mans.
German driver Vettel, who has swept the F1 world champion title for the last three seasons, his countryman Michael Schumacher, seven-time F1 World Champion IndyCar winner Ryan Hunter-Reay of the United States, V8 Supercar champion Jamie Whincup of Australia, five-time 500cc MotoGP world champion Mick Doohan of Australia, and 2010 and 2012 MotoGP champion Lorenzo of Spain are the marquee names who will generate an electrifying atmosphere at the stadium.
According to Sports Authority of Thailand Governor Kanokphan Chulakasem, the construction of parallel tracks featuring a bridge inside the stadium started on November 30, involving more than 100 local staff under the supervision of skilful engineers and officials to ensure that it will meet the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) standards.
"Everything has been carried out according to the FIA requirements and we have yet to experience any problems so far. In terms of safety and security, we have concrete barriers set up as a protection for the audience. We have also contacted the Hua Mark Police Station to have officers perform their duties during race days," said the SAT big boss, who initiated the idea to host the event, supported by Red Bull and Boonrawd Brewery.
"ROC is a world famous race that most motor sports enthusiasts recognise. It features champions from different circuits including Vettel, who races for Red Bull. Also, the ROC is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. So we saw this as an excellent opportunity for the country to host this event," said Michael de Santies-teban, representing Red Bull.
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