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Join the Setting Purple Sectors Sim-Racing Fundraiser

Catch the live stream and bid for prizes!

A young man wearing a Young Epilepsy shirt with the quote 'together we create possible' smiles for the camera. — Watch the show and find out more about Setting Purple Sectors

Setting Purple Sectors is a unique charity event hosted by F1 Commentator, Chris McCarthy, in support of Young Epilepsy. This exciting event brings together some of the best drivers, sim-racers, and broadcasters from the world of motor racing.

It takes place on Tuesday 11 November, and will be streamed live on Givergy from Simply Race, Milton Keynes.

The event features 15 teams, 15 rigs, and 15 famous team leaders who will go in for an all-out virtual race. The live stream on Givergy will reach a large audience, with each team battling it out to cross the finish line first. Viewers can expect interviews with famous drivers, YouTubers, and commentators, and have the chance to bid on fantastic prizes.

You can catch the live stream and bid for your prizes here

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.

Chris McCarthy, diagnosed with epilepsy in his teens, shares his inspirational story of remaining in motorsport, not as the driver he always dreamed of being, 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.

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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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What an incredible opportunity to have had this evening, an amazing experience and for my boy with so little confidence to speak out like that!

Parent of Young Person who attended the event

For budding racers, streamers, and motorsport fans, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you don't want to miss. The event is the first-of-its-kind, with sim-racing heroes and top influencers driving into the world of motor racing, led by Chris and his friends from the world of F1, F2, and beyond, to raise money for a cause close to Chris’ heart.

The event highlights the challenges facing children and young people with epilepsy and show how finding a community is still possible. Participants take part in Q&As and interviews with racers and presenters, all via the dedicated Givergy live stream.