RACE promoters Jaypee Group got the Formula One Promotional Trophy for the successful conduct of the inaugural Indian Grand Prix at a glittering FIA Gala function in Gurgaon on Friday.
F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone presented Sameer Gaur, CEO of Jaypee Sports International, with the best promotional trophy for the year.
The Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida hosted the inaugural Indian Grand Prix on October 30 and was also awarded the ‘ Motorsport Facility of the Year’ award at the Professional Motorsport World Expo 2011 Awards, held in Cologne, Germany.
After collecting the award, Gaur said: “ This is indeed a very proud moment and I am honoured to receive this FIA award on behalf of my entire team and everyone whose support was indispensable in ensuring the resounding success of the first ever Indian Grand Prix.
“ These compliments give us strength and will definitely inspire us to take ensuing events to new heights,” Gaur added.
By Mail Today Correspondent in New Delhi
