Two-time world champion Mika Hakkinen thrilled a crowd of over 10,000 as he zipped down St Andrew's Road at a top speed of almost 200kmh.

The demonstration, part of Johnnie Walker's responsible drinking campaign, saw the retired Finn execute burnouts and spins in a two-hour performance that had onlookers reaching for their ear-plugs and snapping away with their cameras.

His machine for the day was McLaren's car from last season - the MP4-22.

The SingTel Singapore Grand Prix - the world's first Formula One street race to be held at night - will flag off on Sept 28.

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