I’ve produced a chart showing the position of each driver on every lap of the Singapore Grand Prix, compared to the race leader. Here’s an analysis of some of the key points in the race base on the chart.
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2008 Singapore GP stats and facts
Posted onThe inaugural Singapore Grand Prix was a statistical feast for the anorak-wearer. The 800th F1 championship race saw Nick Heidfeld break Michael Schumacher’s record for most finishes, a first-time race leader, and the first time a driver has ever won an F1 race from 15th on the grid. Read on for more.
Stewards reject Toyota appeal
Posted onToyota protested Sebastian Vettel…
2008 Singapore Grand Prix result
Posted onFernando Alonso wins in Singapore
Championship standings after Singapore
Posted onLewis Hamilton leads F1 title race
Rate the race: Singapore Grand Prix
Posted onWhat did you think of the Singapore Grand Prix? Rate the race out of ten and discuss it below.
Felipe Massa’s pit lane disaster (video)
Posted onFerrari suffered a disastrous problem during a pit stop for the second race this year. Felipe Massa was signalled to leave his pit box while the refuelling rig was stil attached to his car. The F2008 wrenched the fuel hose from the refuelling rig and Massa joined the fast lane of the pits in front … Continue reading Felipe Massa’s pit lane disaster (video)
Bloggers on the Singapore GP
Posted on“We heard something noisy…”
2008 Singapore Grand Prix grid
Posted onNick Heidfeld receives penalty…
Singapore GP: the toughest race in F1?
Posted onTomorrow’s Singapore Grand Prix will be a long, hot, and very tough race for the drivers. Lewis Hamilton has already suggested the track is tougher than Monaco to race on: It’s a very physical circuit – more than I expected, actually. You need to put a lot of work into the car to get a … Continue reading Singapore GP: the toughest race in F1?
Singapore Grand Prix predictions
Posted onWho’s going to win the first ever Singapore Grand Prix? Several F1 drivers can lay claim to being particularly good on street tracks, including Lewis Hamilton and Robert Kubica. But the warmer temperatures are expected to favour Ferrari. Read my podium prediction and make yours below.
Jenson Button on Singapore (Video)
Posted onThis comprehensive preview video by Honda features Jenson Button walking around the Singapore track and talking about some of the challenges – including those controversial tortoise kerbs. He also takes a ride on the Singapore Flyer – onto which the flag of the winner’s nation will be projected after the race. Ross Brawn talks about … Continue reading Jenson Button on Singapore (Video)
F1 drivers largely happy with the Singapore track, apart from the tortoises
Posted onTurn 10 on the Singapore track is causing some concern among the F1 drivers. Several of them have criticised the high kerbs on the corner. Felipe Massa has an unusual name for them: The kerbs are like little tortoises and if you get something wrong you wreck the car. As mentioned in the Sinagpore track … Continue reading F1 drivers largely happy with the Singapore track, apart from the tortoises
Jackie Stewart on Singapore (Video)
Posted onJackie Stewart discusses some of the big talking points ahead of the first ever Singapore Grand Prix – and the first ever night race: the challenges of racing at night, the threat of rain, and the safety concerns.
Lap of Singapore with Nico Rosberg on the Williams F1 simulator (Video)
Posted onWilliams has produced this video showing Nico Rosberg driving a lap of the new Singapore F1 circuit on the team’s simulator. The video gives the best impression I’ve seen so far of what a lap of Singapore during the night race will look like for the drivers.
2008 Singapore GP preview (Video)
Posted onHere’s the Red Bulletin Singapore Grand Prix preview including a look at the all-new track that will hold F1’s first night race, plus the usual chat with Murray Walker and some funny videos from McLaren and Honda. Also, three new videos have been added to the McLaren video player here. See below for details.
Will Raikkonen, Heidfeld or Kovalainen’s 2008 title hopes end in Singapore?
Posted onThe first ever Singapore Grand Prix could influence the F1 title battle in many ways. But one of the most interesting changes could be in the role the team mates of championship leaders Lewis Hamilton, Felipe Massa and Robert Kubica have to play in the subsequent races. Any one of their team mates – Heikki … Continue reading Will Raikkonen, Heidfeld or Kovalainen’s 2008 title hopes end in Singapore?
Thoughts on Singapore’s F1 street track (2008 Singapore Grand Prix preview)
Posted onFerrari boss Luca di Montezemolo is not looking forward to F1 racing at the new Singapore street circuit at night: The drivers are concentrating on what needs to be improved and on the next grand prix in Singapore. But I have the impression that it’s another track where you can’t overtake, Valencia-style. To go on … Continue reading Thoughts on Singapore’s F1 street track (2008 Singapore Grand Prix preview)
Singapore Grand Prix weather forecast
Posted onThe weather forecast for the Singapore Grand Prix could play a crucial role in determining the winner of the race. Even in dry conditions the difference between a hot day and a cold one can determine whether Ferrari and McLaren come out on top. And rain at F1’s first night race will tax the preparedness … Continue reading Singapore Grand Prix weather forecast
2008 Singapore Grand Prix Toyota F1 team preview (Video)
Posted onToyota previews the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix in this video. It shows some of the distinguishing features of the track and landmarks and discusses how the team will prepare for F1’s first ever night race.