Meanwhile, the local media in Hong Kong also reported on the Grand Prix news, especially with Australia using the sensational headline of "breaking the monopoly," emphasizing how Chen Xiangbei is the first Chinese champion driver in the fifty-year history of the Grand Prix!

Fans, supporters, and enthusiasts eagerly gathered at the hotel where Chen Xiangbei was staying, hoping to catch a glimpse of him or get an autograph.

Plus, Chen Xiangbei's charisma rivaling that of Edison Chen's has made him not just a driver now, but more like a celebrity!

"Brother Bei, is this the legendary fan-chasing phenomenon?"

Ah Yong, yawning repeatedly, asked as he gazed at the banners outside with Chen Xiangbei's photos.

"Pretty much."

Chen Xiangbei replied helplessly. He expected to become a sports star one day, but not this quickly.

I guess I underestimated the influence of CCTV.

"Brother Bei, what do you think, do you want to hold some fan meeting or something."

"Hold a fan meeting? I don't even have time for dating, let alone fan circles."

Chen Xiangbei was speechless at Ah Yong's train of thought.

"Brother Bei, what's a 'fan circle', you come up with so many new terms."

Ah Yong was completely oblivious to Chen Xiangbei's disdain; he just found the popping adjectives quite novel.

Just as Chen Xiangbei wondered how to explain, Lu Xiaoman walked in from outside.

"Xiangbei, General Manager Peng from Jiuli Sports is here, and he brought the official sponsorship contract."

Prior to this, when Chen Xiangbei was in Guangzhou and Shenzhen, he only reached a verbal agreement with Peng Sheng from Jiuli Sports, and they hadn't had the chance to sign a formal contract.

Although there's no likelihood of a breach, following the proper procedure is still essential.

"Alright, I'll head over now."

Responding, Chen Xiangbei followed Lu Xiaoman, and the two of them headed to the hotel conference room.

"Xiangbei, a belated congratulations on winning the Grand Prix championship."

Peng Sheng was in high spirits; the better Chen Xiangbei performed, the more lucrative the contract would be.

He was indeed right about Chen, the young man he first met in East Sea had now become China's top racer!

"Thank you, General Manager Peng."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Peng Sheng handed the contract to Chen Xiangbei.

"Xiangbei, as I once told you, your potential even exceeds your own perception."

"This contract is just the beginning; there will be deeper collaborations in the future."

Peng Sheng emphasized this point once more. In a way, since the moment CCTV aired the feature report last night, the deeper implications were gradually coming to fruition.

The national publicity machine had begun to operate. The better Chen Xiangbei performed in professional events, the more exaggerated his popularity would become domestically.

At this point, the fans waiting outside the hotel were the best testament to that.

Chen Xiangbei smiled without responding and briefly reviewed the contract in his hand. Finding no issues, he directly signed his name.

"General Manager Peng, I look forward to a deeper collaboration."

Last night he confirmed his plans to advance into F1; Odetto's proposal contained three requirements, of which Chen Xiangbei could meet the first two with his capabilities.

Only the third one, sponsorship, was beyond Chen Xiangbei's own reach.

Jiuli Sports is currently the only confirmed major sponsor, and, barring any surprises, deeper cooperation would soon emerge.

After signing the sponsorship contract, Peng Sheng rushed off to Hong Kong to handle the boxing project.

Jiuli Sports has expanded significantly over the past year, quickly becoming the top domestic sports management company, and Peng Sheng wished he could split himself in two to meet demands.

If not for signing Chen Xiangbei, he wouldn't have come personally at all.

By midday, Odetto and Staler both received news from the teams, resolving the issue concerning Chen Xiangbei's F1 professional training.

The Dream team was very cooperative, and it was even a pleasant surprise for Suzuki Aguri.

As for Brawn GP, it's unclear how Staler convinced the board, but the result is that they are willing to give Chen Xiangbei a chance.

This means that from this moment, Chen Xiangbei has stepped into his pre-F1 professional career!

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