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Setting Purple Sectors

F1 Commentator, Chris McCarthy, hosts a unique event in aid of Young Epilepsy bringing together some of the best drivers, sim-racers and broadcasters from the world of motor racing.

Chris McCarthy in Young Epilepsy T-shirt — Click to watch the video and find out more about Setting Purple Sectors

Tuesday 12 November, 7:30pm - 10pm
Streaming LIVE from Simply Race, Milton Keynes

🕹️ 15 teams, 15 rigs, 15 famous team leaders going all-out

🏎️ Stream live as each team battles it out to cross the line first in this 2 hour endurance race.

🎤 Interviews with famous drivers, YouTubers and commentators

✍️ Signed T-shirts and other prizes to be auctioned

🚗 Plus special bonus to be announced LIVE on the night!

🏆 Prizes and awards for most engaged streamers - so join the chat and help a great cause whilst watching the unbelievable action unfold Live.

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A Purple Sector is when a racing driver sets the fastest time on a section of the track. This event aims to help young people with epilepsy "Set Purple Sectors" by inspiring them to follow their dreams.

Host, Chris McCarthy, diagnosed with epilepsy in his teens, shares his inspirational story of remaining in motorsport, not as the driver he always dreamed, but instead as a leading commentator, presenter and broadcaster across F1, F2 and many more. Chris hopes to inspire other young people with his own experience of the impact of epilepsy on his life and along the way raise money for Young Epilepsy with some help from his very special guests!

For budding racers, streamers, and motorsport fans this is a once in a lifetime opportunity you won't want to miss!

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This event is the first-of-its-kind as we will have the pleasure of joining sim-racing heroes and top influencers drive into the world of motor racing led by Chris and his friends from the world of F1, F2 and beyond and raise money for a cause close to Chris’ heart.

Find community through sim-racing to raise money for Young Epilepsy

Setting Purple Sectors is dedicated to highlighting the challenges facing children and young people with epilepsy and showing how finding your community is still possible.

Take part in quizzes, polls, Q&As, and interviews with racers and presenters, all via our dedicated Tiltify LIVE stream.

So, who is Chris McCarthy?

After a seizure at 17 ended his dreams of becoming a Formula 1 driver, he pivoted to a successful career as a national and international motor racing commentator remaining in the sport he loves. Chris aims to inspire young people with epilepsy to pursue their passions despite challenges.

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