SingTel Race 2008 : News

Massa: It's Kimi's turn to support me

Felipe Massa is expecting payback from Kimi Raikkonen should he be in a position to win this year's World title."

Fri: Williams, STR, Force India, Toyota

There were top ten places in Spa's practice for Nico Rosberg, Seb Vettel, Adrian Sutil and Jarno Trulli."

Fri: BMW, Red Bull, Honda

BMW, Red Bull and Honda all failed to break into the top ten in Friday's practice sessions for the Belgian GP."

Prac Two: Alonso leaves it late to go top

Fernando Alonso put in a late run to take the P1 slot at the end of Friday's rain and crash interrupted second practice."

Nakajima hopeful of staying with Williams

Kazuki Nakajima is hopeful of staying on at Williams next season, conceding it is probably his only option of a F1 race-seat."

Prac One: Massa sets the pace at Spa

Felipe Massa followed through on his determination to beat Kimi Raikkonen this weekend at Spa, edging his team-mate in Practice One."

Project Heart Race

August 14, 2008, 12:27:42 PM

Come late September, Singaporeans will be in for the spectacle of their lives as the F1 circus sweeps onto the shores of our sunny island, replete with the paraphernalia of motorsport racing—cars, engines, refueling rigs, drivers, engineers, spectators, flags, and of course, the beautiful flag bearers, the Grid Girls.

The F1 Newswire

August 14, 2008, 12:23:03 PM

Planet F1 is a special neighbourhood where one gets off unscathed for cruising at breakneck speeds, where words like McLaren and Ferrari roll off the tips of everyone’s tongues, and where a car, not a dog, is a man’s best friend. Like every other neighbourhood, however, Planet F1 has its share of gossip and intrigues. What has been going on in between the different grands prix, behind the scenes and off the race track?

The Budapest Grand Prix

August 14, 2008, 12:18:56 PM

The mighty Hungaroring truly lives up to the legacy of the man widely regarded as the ancestral ruler of Hungary—it is every inch as demanding and brutal as Attila the Hun. And, just as Attila himself was the scourge of many a nation, the Hungaroring finds itself to be the chagrin of many an F1 driver.

The 2008 F1 Drivers

August 5, 2008, 17:02:26 PM

Like every other neighbourhood, Planet F1 is comprised of many different types of residents. These residents are no ordinary folk, though, they are the drivers for the 2008 Formula 1 season—and it’s the top 8 drivers in the 2008 Drivers’ Championship standings who are, so to speak, the real “playas from the hood”.

The Singapore Street Circuit

August 1, 2008, 19:45:02 PM

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The Budapest Grand Prix

August 14, 2008, 12:18:56 PM

The 2008 F1 Drivers

August 5, 2008, 17:02:26 PM

The Singapore Street Circuit

August 1, 2008, 19:45:02 PM

Only one event in the history of Mankind could ever warrant speeding on law-abiding Singapore’s streets without having a flock of law-enforcers (traffic policemen, the judiciary, disgruntled taxi-uncles, etc) descend upon one’s head like a swarm of locusts on a corn field. That event is imminent—with the inaugural Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix set to occur in September...

The History of the Singapore Grand Prix

July 30, 2008, 14:33:28 PM

When one thinks of the history of Singapore, Sir Stamford Raffles, MM Lee, and the Japanese Occupation are the more prominent things that come to mind. The origins of the Singapore Grand Prix, however, seldom hop on board anyone’s train of thought. Yet, the Singapore Grand Prix was an integral part of the local sports scene and one of Singapore’s major sporting events in the 60s.

The Hockenheim Grand Prix

July 30, 2008, 13:25:12 PM

First, it was the Holocaust. Then, the rise of Michael Schumacher to become the greatest F1 legend to date.

Germany, it seems, always plays a cosmic role in any event of international significance, and this year’s Formula 1 season is no different—The Hockenheim Grand Prix appears to have been a crucial watershed for the 2008 F1 World Championship.

The Simulator Experiences

July 22, 2008, 17:28:28 PM

Two very interesting beings have recently arrived on the sunny little island we all call home. Clothed in white, with a splash ‘n’ dash of colour at various parts along their bodies, these two beings look cheery indeed, blending in nicely with the balmy tropical weather.

The History and Development of Formula One

July 16, 2008, 12:13:28 PM

Formula One. A label iconic of a rapid race against time (this explains the number of watch endorsements F1 veterans do) which seeks to defy the laws of speed and velocity by pushing the boundaries of motorcar construction and piloting to the ultimate limit.

The Simulator on PCs

July 15, 2008, 18:18:18 PM

In an era where modern technology has advanced to such an extent that indulging in virtual reality is deemed as an everyday affair, a computer game featuring race cars and racing circuits can hardly be counted as anything out of the ordinary. Hence, the launch of SingTel’s PC racing simulator game, otherwise known as the Ultimate Race Online, registered little excitement.

The Silverstone Grand Prix

July 10, 2008, 16:00:02 PM

Great Britain is world-renowned for 3 things: the terrible weather, the indomitable fighting spirit of its people, and the good ol’ cup of tea. The British Grand Prix was fraught with all 3 of these things, although the sodden Silverstone circuit was not exactly every driver’s cup of tea. In fact, the terrible British weather, which decanted rain down onto the race track interminably, drenched...

The Prediction Challenge: How accurate so far?

July 8, 2008, 10:45:12 PM

A wise man once said, ‘The best laid plans of mice and men often go astray’. How very right he was.

If the results of the SingTel Prediction Challenge show anything—it’s this: Formula One racing is a sport that is generally quite unpredictable. So far everyone’s predictions seem to have shown...

The Mobile Racer Experience

July 2, 2008, 04:52:02 PM

Imagine a fantasy Singapore, where you don’t get caught for speeding, and where driving at speeds that increase at an exponential rate with every turn of the steering wheel gets you fantastic prizes instead of a speeding ticket, an emergency visit to the hospital, and/or a jail sentence.

SingTel’s newly launched Mobile Racer Competition allows you to ...

The Magny-Cours Grand Prix

June 25, 2008, 03:38:15 PM

France. Europe’s cultural hub. The home of many forms of fine art. Drama, it seems, is thus an integral portion of French culture—and the French Grand Prix, set in scenic Magny-Cours over the 20th to the 22nd of June, was trés dramatique.

The race began with Raikkonen, Massa, Alonso, Trulli, Kubica, Webber, Coulthard and Glock in the ...

The Mobile Racer Launch

June 23, 2008, 04:35:41 PM

Q: What is a Singaporean’s favourite gadget?
A: His mobile phone.

Q: What is a Singaporean’s favourite hot topic for conversation nowadays?
A: The upcoming Singapore Grand Prix.

Q: What do you get when you put both together?
A: SingTel’s Mobile Racer Game!

The 44 Grid Girls

June 23, 2008, 04:15:36 PM

They are sleek, sporty and sexy. They will also be lining up the grid on race day.

And it’s not just the F1 cars (or their drivers) we’re talking about, it’s the F1 SingTel Grid Girls! From over 300 applicants, and after an exhilarating round of closed-door auditions, the number of girls who have an opportunity to go down in Singapore’s sporting history as an F1 Grid Girl has ...

Win an exclusive Singtel GP cap for picture of the month on Fan Cam

June 19, 2008, 01:01:00 PM

SingTel is giving shutterbugs a chance to win these exclusive Grand Prix caps. SingTel's Fan Cam competition allows you to post a photo or video about your Formula One™ experience on the website. The best picture or video each month, judged most interesting and memorable reflecting the SingTel Formula One™ spirit will win a cap!

Pick the leaders and win fabulous prizes

June 19, 2008, 12:01:00 PM

Think Kimi Raikkonen will leave Felipe Massa choking in his dust? Believe that Lewis Hamilton is more than a flash in the pan? Here’s your opportunity to see just how good your crystal ball gazing really is.

SingTel, the title sponsor of the SingTel Singapore Grand Prix has organised a contest to see who has the best powers of prediction. All you have to do is ...

Driving the SingTel Ultimate Race Simulator

May 15, 2008, 12:12:48 PM

I have a confession to make. I am possibly the world’s worst driver. I have no driving license and I can’t drive to save my life. I failed my driving test so many times I’ve lost count. So perhaps I’m not the best person to go behind the wheels of a car that can hit a top speed of over 400 km/h.

Thumbs up for SingTel’s Ultimate Race simulators

May 6, 2008, 10:13:18 AM

Most people in Singapore know Mr S. Iswaran as the Senior Minister of State in the Trade and Industry Ministry. What is less well known is that he might have had a lucrative career as a Formula One™ driver as well, judging from his performance at the launch of the SingTel Ultimate Race simulator on Tuesday evening.

Experience the thrills and spills of the SingTel Singapore Grand Prix

April 22, 2008, 11:45:56 AM

If you’ve ever wanted to careen through the streets of Singapore at 300 km/h, here’s your chance. SingTel, the title sponsor of the world’s first Formula One™ night race, has brought in two advanced simulators that are as close as you’ll get to racing in the SingTel Singapore Grand Prix.

Exclusive tickets for SingTel subscribers

April 22, 2008, 11:43:07 AM

SingTel is offering its customers an exclusive deal to buy single-day general walkabout tickets to the SingTel Singapore Grand Prix.

Tickets will be on sale between April 23 and April 25. This is part of SingTel’s effort to thank its customers for their support.