These five drivers are gearing up to show the need for speed at the Singapore Grand Prix
The visible excitement for the Formula 1 night race is certainly picking up speed as Singapore awaits the arrival of the best drivers in the world. Hailed as one of Singapore’s most thrilling events, the event will see the Marina Bay Street circuit brought to life, welcoming all things fast and furious.
Formula 1 fans in Singapore are particularly ecstatic as a contract signed in 2022 saw the continuation of the night race for another seven years. Catch your favourite racing stars from September 15 to 17, 2023. The most exciting part of the races, apart from the entertainment line-up, is undoubtedly the drivers themselves. After all, the stars behind the wheel are what keep the race going. Already familiarised yourself with the grid? Here are five drivers to watch like a hawk during the Singapore Grand Prix.
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1. Carlos Sainz
Scuderia Ferrari’s resident Spaniard Carlos Sainz is noted for his instinctiveness and intelligence on track, no doubt due to his racing blood. The son of double World Rally champion Carlos Sainz Sr., Sainz has definitely used this inheritance to greater heights, proving his talent and distinguishing himself from his father with his own unique racing style.
Affectionately nicknamed “chilli”, Sainz always makes it spicy on the racetrack with his persistance behind the wheel. His energetic and aggressive driving style has since won him his maiden win at Silverstone in 2022.