Red Bull and Pirelli sponsored WRC driver Kris Meekehas today confirmed his intention to contest the 2008 Prodrift European Series.
Making his drift debut at Prodrift European Series Round 1,Mondello Park, on April 19th/20th, Meeke will compete inthe WKD Imports Nissan180SX supported with Pirelli Tyres and Red Bull Energy Drinks.

Former British Junior Rally Champion, Meeke began his career as a computer aided designer at M-Sport Ford before winning a seat in the Peugeot 106 Cup where he subsequently attracted the attention of WRC hero Colin McRae. Under the guidance and tutorage of McRae, Meeke embarked on a successful rally career that saw him win the British Junior Rally Championship driving a Ford Puma before earning a seat with the Kronos Racing Team in the Citroen Sport C2.

Meekes’ participation in Prodrift marks a significant milestone in the evolution of European drifting proving that the audiences, attention and respect attracted by the Prodrift Series now makes it a viable outlet for established motorsport professionals.

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24 year old female drifter Deborah Lopez (Drift Angel) recently collected the prestigious Red Bull Young Star trophy at the international Racing Show Liege, Belgium.

Following a successful 2007 which saw Deborah compete in numerous countries at high profile events and demonstrations, the Red Bull Young Star trophy was awarded to Spanish Drift Angel because of her dedication to drifting in the past and her commitment to improvement in the future. Furthermore, the commitment of Red Bull to top level motorsport adds credibility and stature to this award; a prize that no other Prodrift competitor has ever received.

Also on display at Liege was the first look at the new Xtreme Racing Parts Nissan that Deborah will once again compete in for 2008. With a new colour scheme, some cosmetic modifications and a very special engine en route from the USA, Deborah’s 2008 machine will be a completely different setup to what she has competed in previously.

Speaking about her new award Deborah said :

“I’m really happy to receive this trophy as a RedBull young star. The past 2 years where very rough and getting a trophy like this is a great feeling and great reward for all the hard work.
RedBull is so respected in Xtreme sports and Drifting that I have to say this really is the best start that I can have for the 2008 season. With my new car being built like I want it, I will try and really battle hard this year. I’ll be pushing 110% for a high finish to the 2008 season, for my team Xtreme Racing Parts and also for all the female drivers and supporters“.

Deborah remains as Europes only female competitor in Prodrift and will be competing as part of the 2008 Prodrift European Series. With just two months to go before the season kicks off, drift fans can follow all of Drift Angels progress right here or

Links/Sources:
Pro Drift Series
Drift Angel’s Official Site