Opinion | Inherent negativity in Hong Kong threatening future prosperity following Formula E debut
Despite local sentiment, Hong Kong needs the innovative series as much as it needs us after maiden race brings with it mixed opinions
Being high in Hong Kong is a different trip entirely. The vistas are unmatched with the towering urban sprawl framed by equally majestic peaks. No matter who you are or where you are, when you see it you know instinctively it’s Hong Kong and you know it is special.
Forty-eight floors above Central on an outdoor terrace is pretty special as well, particularly when the first Formula E race ever in Hong Kong is taking place directly below you.
For more years than anyone can remember, the magnificence of the harbour has been largely underutilised as the ultimate promotional tool for a variety of reasons.
However, these days a proactive mantra to attract significant events to the waterfront is now under way and no event has more promotional heft than this race. You watch it on TV, the broadcast is being beamed globally, and the visuals are stunning.
Watch: Highlights from the Hong Kong Formula E race
The race highlights from the HKT Hong Kong ePrix, the first race in the season 3 championship - Watch video here: https://t.co/Ph66fUnQrh pic.twitter.com/3rWNJDQfZ3— FIA Formula E (@FIAformulaE) October 9, 2016
“All things considered, this is a promising debut for the race,” said American Brian Brenner. He is watching the event along with a swelling pack of guests at the American Club on the 48th floor of Exchange Square.