China’s first F1 driver Zhou Guanyu and Chinese technology pioneer SenseTime joined forces for an interdisciplinary dialogue on AI+ Racing last Friday in Shanghai, aiming to promote the application of AI in racing and also deepen its penetration into various sporting events.
During the dialogue, Xu Li, co-founder and CEO of SenseTime, had an in-depth conversation with Zhou on topics such as the similarities between technology and sportsmanship, unwavering commitment to innovation, as well as the importance of pushing boundaries.
“Making a breakthrough on the F1 circuit – a foreign competitive sport that may not be traditionally associated with Chinese individuals or drivers – alongside a Chinese company like SenseTime, demonstrates that the Chinese people and Chinese technology can conquer the global stage is both a source of inspiration and a great source of pride for me personally. I am delighted to collaborate with SenseTime,” said Zhou.
“Throughout our three-year journey together, we have experienced many moments of triumph and brilliance, faced challenges and enjoyed camaraderie. I believe SenseTime’s most significant contribution to our team and myself was the introduction of key AI technologies, which greatly optimized our racing strategies,” he added.
As Kick Sauber F1 Team’s AI technology partner since 2022, SenseTime leverages its AI technology to help the team optimize its decision-making process and race strategies, allowing it to quickly and efficiently adjust its tactics in one go. fraction of a second during the race. .
Additionally, Zhou’s race car at the Chinese Grand Prix, which takes place in Shanghai from April 19-21, will feature an updated SenseTime logo: the SenseTime XO logo.
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