Your guide to the 2015 Formula One Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix
From the sweltering humidity to the floodlights to the physical toll it takes on drivers, the Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix is a standout on the Formula One calendar. The Straits Times takes a look at what makes the night race special even in its eighth year.
Circuit changes to accommodate spectators
Earlier this year, Singapore GP’s deputy chairman Colin Syn announced changes to the stretch from Turn 11 to Turn 13 to help accommodate the new Civic District. These changes will integrate the areas at Esplanade Park and Empress Place and could potentially make for a closer race at this year’s F1 Singapore Grand Prix. Explore the changes in the map below.
Light up flags for a night time race
The Singapore Grand Prix will see the use of electronic flag displays - ‘digiflags’ which come in handy this night race. They are controlled by officials at each marshal’s post and mounted around 300 metres apart on fencing along the street circuit.
CHEQUERED FLAG
Indicates to drivers that the session has ended
YELLOW FLAG
Indicates danger ahead. Drivers must slow down and not overtake
GREEN FLAG
All clear
RED FLAG
Session stopped, due to accident or poor track conditions
BLUE FLAG
Warns a driver that he is about to be lapped and to let the faster car overtake
YELLOW AND RED STRIPED FLAG
Warns drivers of a slippery track surface, usually due to oil or water
BLACK WITH ORANGE CIRCLE FLAG
Warns a driver that he has a mechanical problem and must return to pit
HALF BLACK, HALF WHITE FLAG
Accompanied by a car number, it warns of unsporting behaviour
BLACK FLAG
Accompanied by a car number, it directs a driver to return to his pit
WHITE FLAG
Warns of a slow-moving vehicle on track
