08 January,2009 03:03 PM IST | | Namita Gupta
Cricketer Rahul Dravid and boxer Vijender Singh launch the Zapak India Gaming Championship 2009 yesterdayu00a0 Pic/ Satish Badiger
Rahul Dravid and Vijender Singh play friendly virtual match atu00a0 event which offers gaming enthusiasts Rs 1 crore as prize money
Online gaming enthusiasts will now get a chance to show off their skills.
Gillette in association with Zapak India launched Gaming Championship 2009 yesterday. Gamers can compete with the best in the country. The prize money totals Rs 1 crore.
Sports icons Rahul Dravid and Vijender Singh, who were chief guests at the launch, got busy with their respective laptops as they began a spirited match against each other. Rahul kept his smile on, while Vijender looked serious.u00a0
Rahul said, "I find online games great fun, but to be honest I'm not a passionate gamer. What keeps me hooked is the need to get the better of my opponent."
Boxing champ Vijender Singh said, "I love playing games online and outdoor. They bring out the spirit of competition in me."
Man of the moment
He has become the man about town, with frequent appearances on TV, magazine covers and fashion ramps.
He said, "I'm a boxer and will remain one. I'm part of the next National Games in Ranchi. I will also take part in the next world championship in Italy."
For novices & pros
The India Gaming Championship expects participation from both casual online gaming enthusiasts as well as hardcore gamers with its offerings of youth games as well as NFS and FIFA 08. To participate, log on to https://www.igc09.com/
