The sport’s first night race was absent from the calendar in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but it returns this year on October 2 as the mid-event of a triple-header that includes Russia and Japan.
The Singapore GP’s latest contract extension was a four-year deal announced in September 2017, and it was due to run until 2021.
However, the last two races have not taken place, and therefore the last contract in force represents a two plus five year arrangement in order to recognize the canceled events.
“I am delighted that Formula 1 will continue to race in Singapore for another seven years,” said Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula 1.
“The Marina Bay Street circuit hosted the first night race in F1 history in 2008, and Singapore has continued to delight fans, teams and drivers ever since.
“Singapore holds a special place in the F1 calendar, and this extension is part of our long-term commitment to continue to grow the sport in Asia.
“The plans that are in place to reduce the carbon footprint of the event are impressive and align with our plans to be Net Zero Carbon as a sport by 2030 and I look forward to continuing our successful relationship. with the Singapore GP and the Singapore Tourism Board as Formula 1 returns to this incredible city.
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari SF90 leads Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes AMG F1 W10, Sebastian Vettel, Ferrari SF90, Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes AMG W10 and Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing RB15 at the start of the race
Photo by: Steven Tee / Motorsport Images
“We are proud to continue hosting the Singapore Grand Prix for another seven years,” said Singapore Tourism Board chief executive Keith Tan. “It is a unique experience in the world that reinforces Singapore’s position as a dynamic and exciting global city.
“The STB welcomes the opportunity to work with our partners to introduce new ideas and concepts to enhance the racing experience and make the entire event one of the world’s premier street circuits. greenest of the F1 calendar.
“We look forward to welcoming international travelers back to Singapore in 2022 for the race, and encourage them to explore our new and revamped offerings as well.”
F1 has been keen to extend its relationship with promoters who have lost races due to COVID to help them regain momentum and secure the long-term future of their events.
The venues are in turn aware that there is growing interest in potential new races, and so there will be increasing competition for a place on future calendars.
In November, an agreement was reached to stage the Chinese GP until 2025, although the Shanghai race will be absent from the calendar for the third time in 2022.
