Singapore GP FP1 Live: Mercedes to lay down gauntlet to stop Max Verstappen

Formula 1 is back at Marina Bay for the Singapore GP. The first-ever night race in Formula 1 has given us a lot of memorable moments. From dark moments like Crashgate in 2008 to pure Sebastian Vettel domination in 2013. From absolute mayhem in 2017 to some Lewis Hamilton magic in 2018. The Singapore GP has seen it all. As Max Verstappen aims to win here for the first time, can Lewis Hamilton pull off something magical?

Things to look out for

The Singapore GP is one of the most grueling races on the calendar. Drivers can lose more than 3 kilos in body weight during a race. Even with a new track layout, the race will be tough.

Formula 1 has introduced a further clampdown on the flexible body parts of the cars. This will impact some teams more than others and might change the pecking order a bit.

Forecasts predict the entire Singapore GP weekend to be wet. This will add further chaos to what is already a very tricky Grand Prix.

One of @SChecoPerez's most impressive wins to date, at the 2022 Singapore Grand Prix 🇸🇬

The @redbullracing driver took the lead from the start, managed an ever-charging Charles Leclerc, and drove superbly to take victory! 🏆💪#SingaporeGP #F1 pic.twitter.com/26u8EZFIZt

— Formula 1 (@F1) September 14, 2023

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Drivers to Watch Out For

Max Verstappen will look to win the Singapore GP for the first time. Mercedes is predicted to be quite strong here. Therefore, Lewis Hamilton will look to weave some magic on Saturday. Holding Max Verstappen back on Sunday will be a little easier on this tight track as he tries to match Sebastian Vettel’s win record. Meanwhile, McLaren and Aston Martin are also looking strong around here.

Also Read: Most Wins, Most Points, How many Formula 1 records can Max Verstappen break?

Singapore GP Schedule

Practice 1, Date – 15th September

Timings – 3 PM – 4 PM IST

Practice 2, Date – 15th September

Timings – 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM IST

Practice 3, Date – 16th September

Timings – 3 PM – 4 PM IST

Qualifying, Date – 16th September

Timings – 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Race, Date – 17th September

Timings – 5:30 PM IST

Singapore GP LIVE STREAMING DETAILS:

Where can you watch Practice, Qualifying, and Race on TV?

The Practice, Qualifying, Sprint, and Race will not be telecast on television in India.

Where can you watch Practice, Qualifying, and Race? – Live Stream

F1 fans in India can Live Stream all the Formula 1 action on the F1TVPro App and Website.

Location – Marina Bay Street Circuit

First Grand Prix – 2008

Number of Laps – 62

Circuit Length – 4.94 km

Race Distance – 306.143 km

*Inputs from Formula 1