Karting Means It All
Sharon, Kuok Un Pui
There are some places one can feel comfort, passion and sense of belonging. Kartodromo de Coloane (Karting Field at Coloane) is such a space for Cheong Chi On, who has been engaging in karting for seven years.
The Kartodromo features with a kart track of 1200 meters and many competitions have been held there like 2011 AAMC Karting.
“I enjoy driving very much,” Cheong said. Every time he comes to the Kartodromo, he feels energetic. He likes the kart field because he likes to drive, but also the people there. The thundering engines, people who are busy at fixing their cars and the smiles on their face are what he loves about.
Cheong loves to hang out with friends there. Chatting and laughing with his friends or even competitors delight him every time when he is at the field. He has also developed good communication skills because his seniors teach him not only to drive but also to get along with the people. “Everyone is so friendly to me”, said Cheong.
Cheong also reflects on how he treats the people around him and other things at this space. He thinks of what he does every day, and how to treat people around him in a better way. “Driving gives me a quiet and clear mind,” said the young kart racer.
He knows everyone and is familiar with everything when he steps into the Kartodromo. He is able to forget any unhappiness when he meets the people with common interests. He feels belonging to the space where he feels he is completed, especially when he is driving alone with the wheel of the car held at his hands.
This young man indeed has a very strong mind towards what he likes. He was only a high school student when he started to acquire the knowledge on how to control a kart. His persistence and passion on karting gained him a chance to be one of the racers in the 58th Macau Grand Prix 2011.
Cheong said he was looking forward to the Grand Prix and he treated it as a bonus to “see more and feel more”. Moreover, it is his first time to participate in such a big event. Regarding himself as a player instead of a racer, he just hoped he would enjoy and get a valuable experience. “This competition can refine my skills and let me know more people with the same interests,” Cheong said.
He said he would like to become an amateur for karting in the future rather than a professional racer. “To enjoy is my goal,” Cheong added at last.