WILLIAMS RACE DAY HOSPITALITY: Singapore F1 GP 2024
On 22nd September 2024 we were back at the Williams Experience Centre for ‘Race Day Hospitality’. This week was for the Singapore F1 GP.
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- What’s included during ‘Race Day Hospitality’?
Formula 1’s first night race has firmly established itself as one of F1’s premier destinations thanks to its spectacular location on public roads set against a backdrop of the spectacular Singapore skyline, slick marketing and big name concerts. The Singapore Grand Prix has enjoyed strong financial support from the local government and recently signed a new long-term contract to remain on the schedule until at least 2028, which will mark the 20th anniversary of the inaugural event.
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While neighbouring Malaysia lost its place on the Formula 1 calendar in 2018 due to big financial losses, the Singapore Grand Prix continues to be a success and is a big draw for tourism in the city-state. The event attracts over 30,000 international fans to Singapore each September. While the inaugural race at Marina Bay Street Circuit attracted a weekend attendance figure of 300,000, spectator numbers suffered a short period of decline in the 2010s, reaching an all-time low of 218,000 in 2016.Since then numbers have hovered around 260,000. The coronavirus pandemic saw the Singapore Grand Prix cancelled in both 2020 and 2021. The event returned in 2022 and had record-breaking spectator numbers.
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During the inaugural event in 2008, the track drew criticism from drivers who complained about the excessively bumpy surface, potentially dangerous pit entry, and high curbs. Whilst these issues were sorted out, it wasn’t until before the 2013 race that the FIA approved some larger changes to the configuration of the Marina Bay circuit. The “Singapore Sling” chicane at turn 10 was removed and replaced with a simpler, faster left-hand turn. Further minor changes to the layout of the track from turns 11 to 13 were made ahead of the race in 2015, mainly to improve overtaking opportunities.
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Williams Racing welcomes you to enjoy a Grand Prix Race Day at the Williams Experience Centre. The day includes a review of qualifying with an exclusive live link up to one of the drivers, live control room link up, VIP guest appearance with interview, refreshments and lunch followed by the live race screening. There is also the opportunity to browse the Williams Grand Prix Collection with a tour guide, as well as testing your speed on our 20 x F1-style driving simulators, our Super-Size Scalextric Track and other activities on the day.
WHAT’S INCLUDED DURING ‘RACE DAY HOSPITALITY’:
ACTIVITIES
- Unlimited use of the Esports lounge, with 20 state of the art simulators
- Our Think Scalextric Bespoke Super-Size Scalextric Track (click the link for more info about out track)
- Batak
- Museum Tour
- In addition you will have the opportunity to browse their shop with exclusive merchandise and 20% off
FOOD
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Unlimited soft drinks
Why not book up on a ‘Race Day Hospitality Experience’ at the Williams Racing Experience Centre. For info visit: williamsf1.com/experience-centre.