Get a peek at all the F1 Singapore highlights - from adrenaline-charged festivities to fun tidbits about this year's race.
Another race weekend is over, and we’ve got the latest F1 Singapore highlights for you. After cheering our lungs out for our favourite teams, partying it up at the fringe events, and spotting F1 drivers in Singapore, it’s finally a wrap on all the F1 excitement. For anyone who missed out on the high-octane festivities, we’ve got your back. Here’s our roundup of this year’s Singapore F1 news.
F1 Singapore highlights: What happened in 2025
1. Otter on the track!
No scaley friends were spotted on the track this year – perhaps Godzilla decided to take a break from the heat. So, which creature took the place of the lizard? An otter friend, who dashed through the track! Many track volunteers were seen attempting to wrangle the animal. As far as we know, it’s been safely removed. We wonder what other animals we might see next year…
2. A rare blue flag waved at the Singapore Grand Prix
How often do you hear about the blue flag in Formula 1 Singapore? Practically never – the last incident was reported in 2018. But what does the blue flag mean? During a race, it’s shown to drivers who are about to be “lapped”, which means they’ve now been overtaken by faster cars, leaving them a full lap behind. With George Russell’s tenacity, he caught up to Lance Stroll, who sat at the back of the pack during the 2025 race. Imagine the first-place driver zooming right by you! Yikes.
3. This year’s walkabout tickets were not it
@bwoahfeelsgood zone 4 walkabout update #zone4walkabout #f1nightrace #singaporegp2025
Feedback from the track was less than positive this year, with a new set of blockades added to the external barriers. Zone 4 ticket holders were less than pleased to find obstructed views of the track, leading to everyone trying to squish their way to any clear viewing spot they could find. Covers had never been there before, according to avid attendees, so hopefully you won’t see those for the 2026 race.
4. Our rookie pick for the Singapore Grand Prix 2025: Kimi Antonelli
Everyone’s attention was on the veterans during this year’s race, but our eyes were hyper-focused on rookie Kimi Antonelli. Despite an “emotional” performance in qualifying, the 19-year-old driver proved himself as a force to be reckoned with. He flexed his skills and strategy by maintaining his position in the top five, even zooming past veteran Charles Leclerc on our Singapore track, which is notorious for being difficult to execute an overtaking manoeuvre! One thing’s for sure, Kimi is one to watch.
5. Charles Leclerc is the face of Chivas’s newest expression
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc was spotted at The Singapore Edition over the race weekend for the launch of something truly spectacular – Chivas Regal Crystalgold. The latest bottle from the scotch whisky brand is a groundbreaking innovation, boasting a crystal clear and ultra-smooth liquid. The unique clear spirit is versatile, perfect for sipping on the rocks or mixed into cocktails. Unlike other clear spirits, it’s rich with notes of red apple, vanilla fudge, and warm spice. With this creation, the world of alcohol is opened up to a whole new realm of possibilities!
6. Singapore’s so hot, we now have a heat hazard declaration
Singapore was officially declared a heat hazard over the F1 weekend, but what does that mean? After particularly high temperatures and humidity during the 2023 Qatar Grand Prix, the FIA (F1’s governing body) began looking into possible fixes for the high temperatures. Now, a heat hazard can be declared if weather forecasts predict temperatures will hit 31°C or above.
As every Singaporean knows, 31°C is just a regular day in the city. No sweat for us, but plenty of sweat for the drivers. Since the hazard was declared, teams were required to implement driver cooling systems. This includes a pump, plumbing, thermal store, cold fluid to keep drivers cool, and a prototype cooling vest that drivers can choose to wear. Seems like the Marina Bay Street Circuit continues to hold its notorious reputation as the most challenging and demanding track of the season.
7. No crash-free race this year
While there were no incidents during race day, several crashes during the free practice rounds left us feeling nervous about how drivers would perform in the street circuit. These include Liam Lawson’s runaway tyre, George Russell’s devastating slam into the barriers, and a pit lane incident between Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc that led to a minor collision between the two.
8. Is there trouble in winners’ paradise?
The gossip mill never sleeps, especially when it involves team dynamics and politics. After a tense on-track disagreement between McLaren teammates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, whispers about how the incident might threaten team harmony bubbled. Talk resurfaced after the McLaren team was caught celebrating their podium win without Oscar! Rumour has it, this means Oscar won’t be holding back for the rest of the season, and might end up zooming through the pack – with or without McLaren’s support.
9. Celebrity sightings galore!
When it comes to F1 Singapore highlights, we have to give a shoutout to the rising stars who grace the city with their presence. Crash Landing On You star Hyun Bin was spotted meeting Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur and driver Lewis Hamilton.
Meanwhile, Chinese actor Dylan Wang and Blackpink’s Lisa were rumoured to be in town, spotted in the streets by Xiaohongshu users. Even K-pop boy band Enhyphen (who performed during the F1 weekend) got to meet Red Bull driver Max Verstappen. Other names who made headlines for their sightings in town include Superman actor David Corenswet and members of K-pop group Seventeen.
You might have also spotted local talents Desmond Tan, Chase Tan, Zhang Zetong, Sheryl Ang, and more. As always, the racing event of the year sets the stage for a starry night.
10. Afterparties hit the floor
Amber Lounge might be the hottest party in town, but it isn’t the only one! (Although we did spot 13 Reasons Why actor Ross Butler there.) This year, we saw a multitude of parties like After2049, GaiaVIP, Mandala Mansion, Race to Samba at Sushisamba, and Belvedere taking over Capitol at Zouk, keeping the high-octane energy up. From sipping on free-flow cocktails to rubbing shoulders with celebs to dancing the night away with heart-thumping hits by big-name DJs, the F1 weekend in 2025 was one to remember.
See you next year for more Singapore F1 news and highlights!
