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Singapore Grand Prix - Marina Bay Circuit

When was the track built?
The Marina Bay Circuit made its grand debut in 2008. Picture this: a street track with the city's iconic skyline as its dazzling backdrop. The initial circuit plan by Herman Tilke got a makeover by KBR Inc, and the event quickly became one of the shining stars on the F1 calendar.

When was its first Grand Prix?
In 2008, Singapore had the honor of hosting the first-ever night-time race in F1 history. The Grand Prix, the 15th round of that season, was a massive hit with teams and drivers alike. Renault’s Fernando Alonso clinched a controversial victory, adding to the drama and excitement.

What's the Circuit like?
The Marina Bay Circuit is one of the most physically demanding tracks on the calendar. Its bumpy street surface and humid conditions keep drivers on their toes. Even after a 2023 layout change that reduced the number of corners from 23 to 19, drivers still have their hands full around this high-speed lap. The physical stress is so intense that they can lose up to 3kg in body weight over the course of a race.

Why go?
If you want to see Singapore at its finest, there's no better time than when Formula 1 takes over the heart of this vibrant city. Get a bird's-eye view by hopping on the Singapore Flyer, a giant Ferris wheel overlooking the track’s permanent pits complex. Then dive into Singapore’s incredible bar and restaurant scene. Cocktail enthusiasts should definitely make a pilgrimage to the famous Raffles Hotel, the birthplace of the Singapore Sling (non-alcoholic versions are available!).

Where's the best place to watch?
Grab a seat in the grandstand at Turn 1 for spectacular views as the cars zoom into the first corner, brake hard, and whip through Turns 2 and 3. You'll also get a fantastic view of the start – expect to see plenty of sparks fly as the drivers blast off the line.

Singapore Grand Prix - F1 Weekend Schedule

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Channel 4 Highlights

Saturday 4th October 2025 - Qualifying Highlights - 19:30
Sunday 5th October 2025 - Grand Prix Highlights 17:30

Marina Bay Circuit Map

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Weather Forecast - Singapore

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Singapore GP - Previous Race Highlights

Singapore Grand Prix 2024 - Race Highlights
Singapore Grand Prix 2023 - Race Highlights
Singapore Grand Prix 2022 - Race Highlights
Singapore Grand Prix 2019 - Race Highlights

2025 Drivers & Teams Standings

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I'm more worried about rain making it farcical. We know what they do when it rains more than a little, and it's a red flag.
We can start the race an hour and a half later, under the safety car, for 15 laps.

I'd saw that the FIA will stop allowing teams to use the weigh scales in the pit lane. Just to cause inconvenience it seems.
Wonder if we'll see any teams mess up due to this.
 
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Thanks, Chris.

Going to miss this one as I'm travelling to see family in England so I'm hoping for a dull as dishwater race ;)
 
Emlyn_Dewar said:
I'd saw that the FIA will stop allowing teams to use the weigh scales in the pit lane
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That’s interesting given the heat hazard protocol. I’m not saying they can’t weigh 500g themselves but it’s something out of the ordinary to trip them up…
 
Emlyn_Dewar said:
I'd saw that the FIA will stop allowing teams to use the weigh scales in the pit lane. Just to cause inconvenience it seems.
Wonder if we'll see any teams mess up due to this.
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Some details here. Seems to be to stop them wheeling cars up and down the pits and causing a mess. I don't think it really affects the teams much, they're just using their own scales instead of the FIA ones but they have FIA approved calibration weights so there shouldn't be any major discrepancies from the official scales.
 
Mr Jack said:
Some details here. Seems to be to stop them wheeling cars up and down the pits and causing a mess. I don't think it really affects the teams much, they're just using their own scales instead of the FIA ones but they have FIA approved calibration weights so there shouldn't be any major discrepancies from the official scales.
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Potential then for a team to get it wrong..
 
(From the off topic thread 'cos it's about this race)

SoliD said:
Was reading last night and it sounded like most teams can't get it to last the whole race, so another sound FIA decision mandating something that won't actually work properly...
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Does it need to last the whole race? Even if it only cools them down for half the race, isn't that still a benefit?

Also, they're not mandated to use it, only to carry the weight so those who choose to can run it. Next year it'll be mandatory.
 
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sidimmu said:
It seems George's jokes in the conference have got to Lando, a bit of pressure and negativity and he crumbles like Lewis did in his last couple years with McLaren.
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What happened ? I’ve not seen any signs of Lando crumbling during FP1 or 2 ?

Also Lewis didn’t crumble in 2012, he drove pretty damn well for most of that season and was let down by poor reliability.

2011 was the year he had a stinker
 
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