Car Racing without Money-Chapter 255 - 125: Potential Major Sponsors

And mere talent isn’t enough, even for someone as strong as Schumacher; back then, he also had to rely on signing a paid contract with the Jordan Team to secure a formal driver position and the opportunity to race.

Even before Liberty Media took over F1 operations in the United States, most drivers typically went through two stages.

First, securing a seat with money.

Second, staying on with skill!

"I understand now."

After listening to Lu Xiaoman’s explanation, Chen Xiangbei nodded.

One could only say that Staler, with his rich investment experience in the F1 Paddock, helped him make a smart move.

Even without winning the championship, the benefits of the Grand Prix’s influence are already starting to show.

"This might be a big contract, why do you seem even calmer than I am?"

Lu Xiaoman looked at Chen Xiangbei’s calm demeanor and couldn’t help but mutter.

You know, she received Peng Sheng’s call and rushed from Hong Kong to Shenzhen without delay.

Afraid of keeping the other party waiting and affecting Chen Xiangbei’s sponsorship negotiations.

Yet, after hearing it, this guy seemed unfazed—is it because he doesn’t realize the value of this major sponsorship, or is it his usual emotional stability?

"Otherwise, should I be very nervous?"

Chen Xiangbei replied with a smile.

He indeed needed money, but he never believed he’d always be short of money!

The reason is simple: performance is the basis for sponsorship.

Chen Xiangbei could get Peng Sheng’s recommendation to enter Liberty Media’s view and seek a major sponsorship contract.

Not relying on their personal connection, nor due to his identity as a Chinese driver.

It’s purely because Chen Xiangbei secured a test driver contract with an F1 team and became the first Chinese driver to participate in Australia’s F3.

As long as Chen Xiangbei can achieve results in the Grand Prix, then even without Liberty Media, other top enterprises will extend their olive branches, perhaps even national enterprises venturing overseas!

He has absolute confidence in his future and value, which is the source of his calm.

"That’s so typical of you!"

Lu Xiaoman was somewhat at a loss for words; it seemed she was worrying unnecessarily.

The Ferrari F430 drove into the skyscraper’s parking lot, and as the two walked into the lobby, a secretary-like person approached.

"Hello, Mr. Chen, Miss Lu, President Liu and President Peng are already waiting in the office, please follow me."

After speaking, the secretary led the way, and Chen Xiangbei and Lu Xiaoman exchanged a glance, then followed to take the elevator directly to the top-level executive office of the skyscraper.

The elevator doors opened to reveal a massive office, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking most of the panorama of Guangzhou and Shenzhen.

Peng Sheng and President Liu of Lenovo stood in front of the windows, engrossed in conversation.

"President Liu, Mr. Chen and Miss Lu have arrived."

Upon hearing the secretary’s reminder, President Liu turned his head with a smile and greeted, "Mr. Chen, nice to meet you, truly impressive."

"President Liu, you’re too kind."

"Come, come, let’s sit down and talk."

President Liu from Lenovo gestured, and everyone took their seats.

"Mr. Chen, President Peng was just chatting with me, praising you as the most outstanding driver he has ever seen, stating that riding shotgun with you was unforgettable."

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiangbei exchanged a glance with Peng Sheng, realizing that the "Wind-Fire Wheel" experience left a deep impression.

"President Peng and I are partners; little Lu’s father is also an old friend. Surely, Mr. Chen, you’re aware of the cooperation intention this time?"

"Uh-huh."

Chen Xiangbei nodded.

"Then I won’t beat around the bush; I’ll go straight to the sponsorship amount, suiting the straightforwardness of your young generation."

"Two million annually for the racing suit logo sponsorship, with a possibility of a three-year long-term contract."

President Liu quoted decisively; typically, such small commercial sponsorship contracts wouldn’t require someone of his rank to discuss. Normally, the Marketing Department would handle it with Chen Xiangbei.

The reason for direct talks with Chen Xiangbei was solely due to the favor of Peng Sheng and Lu Xiaoman’s father, which he candidly pointed out.

The two million annual sponsorship offer, even prominent drivers with Han Han’s current fame couldn’t secure, effectively means President Liu directly offered Chen Xiangbei a premium.

But upon hearing this number, a smile appeared at the corner of Chen Xiangbei’s mouth.

This President Liu seems to have underestimated his own and Formula racing’s potential value.