Lando Norris wins Singapore Grand Prix in drama-free race at Marina Bay
McLaren's Lando Norris took the chequered flag in 1hr 40min 52.571sec
In the heat of the cauldron that is the Marina Bay Street Circuit, Lando Norris displayed his credentials to be a future world champion by registering a dominant win on Sept 22 at the Formula One Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix, where McLaren reigned supreme for the first time since 2009.
The papaya orange-clad McLaren driver punched the air in delight as he emerged from his car after a comfortable victory over world champion and championship leader Max Verstappen in a 62-lap drama-free race – which included the lack of a safety car for the first time in Singapore.
As fireworks lit up the Marina Bay skyline, Norris took the chequered flag in 1hr 40min 52.571sec, finishing a whopping 20.945 seconds ahead of Verstappen and 41.823sec ahead of McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri.
McLaren driver Lando Norris of the United Kingdom celebrates on the podium after winning the Singapore Formula One Grand Prix at the Marina Bay Street Circuit in Singapore
Formula One title contender Lando Norris led from pole to chequered flag to win the Singapore Grand Prix, narrowing the gap to championship leader Max Verstappen, who was second. It was the McLaren driver’s third career GP win and his first from pole at his sixth attempt.
His McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri finished third to extend their lead over Red Bull in the constructors’ championship. It was a remarkably incident-free run around the Marina Bay Street Circuit on Sunday, the first in its 15-race history not to see a safety car deployed.
At the end of the 62 uninterrupted laps, Norris had reduced Verstappen’s title lead to 52 points with six races and three sprints to go. Piastri’s third place, coupled with Sergio Perez only managing 10th in the second Red Bull, meant McLaren’s lead in the constructors’ championship was raised to 41 points.
‘We were flying the whole race’ – Norris hails ‘amazing’ Singapore win despite ‘too many close calls’
Lando Norris was thrilled with his dominant drive to victory in the Singapore Grand Prix, with the McLaren man feeling that he was “flying” throughout the 62-lap encounter despite some close calls with the barriers along the way.
Having struggled with his starts at times during the 2024 season, Norris ensured that this was not the case this weekend by making a strong launch off the line to hold the lead into Turn 1. From there his position never looked to be at serious risk, with the Briton eventually crossing the line with a whopping 20-second margin to Max Verstappen in P2. Reflecting on his third F1 victory after jumping out of the car, Norris said: “It was an amazing race. A few too many close calls, a couple of little moments in the middle, but it was well controlled I think otherwise.
“The car was mega. I could push, we were flying the whole race and at the end could just chill, so it was a nice race. Still tough, I’m a bit out of breath. A very fun one.” Those “close calls” perhaps left the McLaren team’s hearts in their mouths as Norris made a couple of brushes with the walls of the Marina Bay Street Circuit. One of those incidents prompted the 24-year-old’s race engineer to remind him to apply “full concentration” and “take a drink” amid Singapore’s humid conditions.
McLaren driver Lando Norris wins 2024 S'pore Grand Prix
McLaren driver Lando Norris drove from pole to victory under the Marina Bay Street Circuit's floodlights in the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2024.
Completing the podium were Oracle Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen in second and McLaren's Oscar Piastri in third. Norris' win closes the point gap to championship rival Verstappen to 51 points, with the latter on the hunt for his fourth driver's title in 2024.
It is Norris' first win at the Singapore Grand Prix. McLaren are currently leading the World Constructors' Championship with drivers Norris and Piastri.
McLaren's Lando Norris wins Singapore Grand Prix to narrow F1 title race
McLaren's Lando Norris in action during the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix on Sep 22, 2024
McLaren's Lando Norris dominated the Singapore Grand Prix from start to finish on Sunday (Sep 22) to take another chunk out of Max Verstappen's Formula 1 championship lead. It was the McLaren driver's third career grand prix win and his first from pole on his sixth attempt.
Verstappen finished second for Red Bull, a massive 20.945 seconds behind his main rival, and McLaren's Oscar Piastri was third in a sweltering night race run over 62 laps in exhausting heat and humidity. It was a remarkably incident-free run around the Marina Bay Street Circuit, the first in its 15-race history not to see a safety car deployed.
At the end of the 62 uninterrupted laps, Norris had reduced Verstappen's title lead to 52 points with six races and three sprints to go. Piastri's third-place finish, coupled with Sergio Perez only managing 10th in the second Red Bull, meant McLaren's lead in the constructors' championship was increased to 41 points.
Singapore GP 2014 results:
- 1. Lando Norris (Gbr) McLaren 1hr 40min 52.571sec
- 2. Max Verstappen (Ned) Red Bull +20.945sec
- 3. Oscar Piastri (Aus) McLaren 41.823
- 4. George Russell (Gbr) Mercedes +1:01.040
- 5. Charles Leclerc (Mon) Ferrari 1:02.430
- 6. Lewis Hamilton (Gre) Mercedes 1:25.248
- 7. Carlos Sainz (Esp) Ferrari 1:36.039
- 8. Fernando Alonso (Esp) Aston Martin 1 lap
- 9. Nico Hulkenberg (Ger) Haas 1 lap
- 10. Sergio Perez (Mex) Red Bull 1 lap
- 11. Franco Colapinto (Arg) Williams 1 lap
- 12. Yuki Tsunoda (Jpn) RB 1 lap
- 13. Esteban Ocon (Fra) Alpine 1 lap
- 14. Lance Stroll (Can) Aston Martin 1 lap
- 15. Zhou Guanyu (Chn) Sauber 1 lap
- 16. Valtteri Bottas (Fin) Sauber 1 lap
- 17. Pierre Gasly (Fra) Alpine 1 lap
- 18. Daniel Ricciardo (Aus) RB 1 lap
ELECTRIFYING ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP UNVEILED FOR THE FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX 2024
The stage is set for the home of Formula 1 night racing, with over 100 hours of entertainment across 12 stages. Additional tickets have also been released with single-day walkabout tickets now available. Single-day walkabout tickets starting from S$128 are now available for sale. Demand for the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2024 continue to be fantastic, with 17 grandstand categories already sold out with less than two months to the race. Additional single-day grandstand tickets to the Pit Exit Grandstand, Chicane @ Turn 2 Grandstand and Bayfront Grandstand have been released to meet demand.
The majority of hospitality packages are sold out, with limited availability remaining in just four categories. Tickets can be purchased from www.singaporegp.sg and via authorised ticketing partners. All tickets provide access to the performances in Zone 4, including the main Padang Stage. A Zone 1 ticket is required to access performances at the Wharf Stage. Patrons will need to ensure that they have a valid ticket on the relevant day of an act’s performance.
FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX 2024
Singapore Grand Prix 20 – 22 Sep 2024
Get up to speed with everything you need to know about the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix, which takes place over 62 laps of the 4.94-kilometre Marina Bay Street Circuit on Sunday, September 22.
Using the links above you can find the full weekend schedule, including details of practice and qualifying sessions, support races, press conferences and special events, plus the latest news headlines, circuit information and F1 race results.
You can also find broadcast information, with details of how and where you can watch the race on TV, or download the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix schedule to your mobile device.
2024 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix
The 2024 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix will take place from the 20th until the 22nd of September.
Here are some useful tips to make sure you get the most out of the Singapore Grand Prix at Marina Bay Street Circuit:
- The first piece of advice is clear: get there early. This is especially true on Sunday during race day. It is better to enjoy the atmosphere of the race on the circuit than wait in the queue. The ideal time to arrive at the circuit is around 4 pm on the race day.
- Keep in mind that the weather in Singapore can be unpredictable. Be prepared for warm weather but also the possibility of rain. Adjust your clothing accordingly. In addition to sunglasses and a hat, we recommend you bring a raincoat. Be aware that umbrellas are not allowed to be used except in the case of heavy downpours.
- The Marina Bay Street Circuit is divided into four zones. When choosing your tickets, please note that only some tickets allow access to all four zones.
- Plan what you will do and where you want to go. If you're going with friends, bear in mind that, especially on Sundays, the mobile phone network on the circuit is overloaded and phone and data services may not work. Always arrange a rendezvous point where you can meet up if you get lost.
2024 Singapore Grand Prix: Everything You Need To Know Before Attending
Formula 1 heads under the lights at Marina Bay Street Circuit as the sport’s original night race makes a welcome return.
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of attending the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix weekend on September 20-22:
- The 2024 Singapore Grand Prix is set to take place on September 20-22
- This post will be fully updated for 2024 6-8 weeks before the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix weekend. Information below relates to the 2023 event and should be used for reference only
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F1 extends Singapore GP until 2028
Race has been on the series' calendar since 2008 & absent from 2020 and 2021 calendars due to pandemic
Formula One has announced a contract extension with the Singapore Grand Prix for seven years. The new agreement will run from 2022 until 2028.
The Singapore Grand Prix first joined the Formula One calendar in 2008, however it was absent from the schedule in 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. According to RacingNews365, the previous contract saw the series receive US$35 million per Grand Prix from the host organisers, Singapore GP Pte Ltd (SGP) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). Channel News Asia pegged the overall cost of Singapore hosting its Formula One race at US$100 million a year.
The latest hosting contract has seen the organisers commit to improving the sustainability of the event. This includes switching to renewable energy sources, using recyclable materials and increasing recycling efforts. In addition, a sustainable audit will be conducted, ensuring that the Singapore Grand Prix is fully in line with Formula One’s own sustainability goals. SGP and STB have also pledged to connect with the local community, seek to promote diversity amongst event volunteers, as well as place greater emphasis on the health and safety of all attendees.
Marina Bay Circuit in profile
Singapore created F1 history when it joined the calendar in 2008 by running a grand prix at night and, a decade on, it remains the sport's premier floodlit event.
Once hailed as "the jewel in F1's crown which keeps getting polished" by Bernie Ecclestone, Singapore swiftly established itself as a favourite among the paddock and F1's corporate sponsors. Cast against the backdrop of the city's skyscrapers, the sport has arguably never looked better. The numbers behind the floodlit race underline just how complex an event it is to put on.
108,423 metres of power cables, 240 steel pylons and around 1,600 light projectors with a total power requirement of 3,180,000 watts are used to light the track for the drivers. The effect is that the track is lighter than at midday on a sunny day and four times brighter than a football stadium. The lights are designed to reduce glare - even if it is raining - while the clear visors used by the drivers for the race provide an opportunity to see their eyes as they tackle Marina Bay's streets from the onboard cameras, giving a unique glimpse of the concentration required to dart between the Armco at 200mph.
Singapore Grand Prix
The Singapore Grand Prix is a motor racing event which forms part of the Formula One World Championship. The event takes place on the Marina Bay Street Circuit and was the inaugural night race and first street circuit in Asia designed for Formula One races.
The original Singapore Grand Prix was held at Thomson Road from 1966 to 1973, before returning to the calendar in 2008 at Marina Bay. Fernando Alonso won the inaugural Formula One edition of the renewed Grand Prix, driving for the Renault team amid controversial circumstances, when it emerged a year later that his teammate Nelson Piquet Jr. had been ordered to crash on purpose by senior team management to bring out the safety car at a time chosen to benefit Alonso. The race itself was also notable for being the 800th Formula One World Championship race since its inception in 1950, and the first ever Formula One race held at night.
Since its inception, Marina Bay has been known for featuring at least one safety car in every race edition, with a total of 24 safety car deployments as of 2023. The Singapore Grand Prix has been considered to be one of the most challenging and unique tracks on the Formula One calendar. Sebastian Vettel has the most wins on the track, with five Singapore Grand Prix victories. In 2022, a contract extension was announced which will put the race on the Formula One calendar until at least 2028.
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