The electric night-time atmosphere will deliver a different perspective for FORMULA ONE fans around the globe. The later start time will also ensure maximum exposure of the race to the important European television markets.

“Given that one of our objectives is to showcase Singapore to FORMULA ONE fans around the world, our late start-time will help us achieve this. The stunning city skyline backdrop will be an added bonus” added Mr Syn.

About FORMULA ONE Singapore Grand Prix

The inaugural FORMULA ONE Singapore Grand Prix will take place on 28 September 2008 on a street circuit of public roads around the Marina Bay area. The race will be the first held at night in FORMULA ONE history and is the first street race in Asia. Corporate hospitality suites and packages are on sale from late November 2007, with sale of three-day passes to the public due to start in December 2007. Single-day passes will be released for sale just before the Chinese New Year, subject to available inventory.

About Singapore GP Pte Ltd

Singapore GP Pte Ltd is the race promoter for the FORMULA ONE Singapore Grand Prix. It holds five-year renewable rights to stage the Singapore Grand Prix, beginning with the 2008 Season. The company is a partnership between Komoco Motors and regional events company Lushington Entertainments, via its parent company Reef Enterprises.