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Norris vs Pagenaud: Virtual IndyCar rumpus raises real racing issues
A video game collision between Indianapolis 500 champion Simon Pagenaud and Formula One’s rising star Lando Norris has fuelled debate over racing behaviour in the virtual world and the evolution of esports. Online racing is booming and a serious business for teams, championships, sponsors and aspiring drivers at a time when the COVID-19 pandemic has closed racetracks and sent nations into lockdown. “It’s not a game. It is turning into a very, very important part of the business that is motorsport,” said Darren Cox, president and CEO of Torque Esports whose races include a Legends Trophy with former F1 and IndyCar drivers....
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