All Posts Tagged With: "Singapore"
Singapore Look To Slightly Alter Circuit Layout
Even though the inaugural 2008 Singapore Grand Prix was hailed as a tremendous success, event organisers are looking at ways they can improve the spectacle for fans and drivers in time for the 2009 return. The Marina Bay circuit hosted Formula One’s very first night race and the general consensus was that the grand prix [...]
Singapore 2008: Things That Go Bump In The Dark Cause Concern
After the practice sessions yesterday many drivers voiced concern over the bumpy nature of the Singapore track. The new street circuit has a few bumps, and combined with some interesting kerbs and artificial light, the pilots spoke with race director Charlie Whiting. Fernando Alonso also spoke of some parts of the track not being as [...]
Could There Be A Problem With Wet Weather Night Racing?
Has anyone considered what would happen if it rained during the Singapore Grand Prix this upcoming season? I wonder this following yesterday’s catch-up post when I realised how much night racing is being pushed at the moment. And today we have further news that Sepang could be ready for an artificially lit race within a [...]
News Round-up: Hype, Night Races & Portugal
Having been away from BlogF1 for the last week there is lots of news to catch up on. In particular, Force India launched their 2008 car, the VJM01, night races have become once again a big talking point and Portugal wants a race again, having not been seen on the calendar since 1996 at Estoril. [...]
