Singapore GP to remain on F1 calendar until 2028

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Formula 1 and the promoters of the Singapore Grand Prix have reached a new deal that will see the Marina Bay event remain on the sport's calendar until 2028.

Singapour had been a fixture on F1's calendar since 2008 but the popular night race was unfortunately scrapped in 2020 and 2021 due to the global Covid-19 pandemic.

The event's previous contract ran until 2021, but following the last two years' cancellations, the agreement has been amended and extended until 2028.

"I am delighted that Formula 1 will continue to race in Singapore for another seven years," said F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali.

"The Marina Bay Street Circuit hosted the first night race in F1 history in 2008, and Singapore has continued to thrill fans, teams, and drivers ever since.

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"Singapore holds a special place on the F1 calendar, and this extension is part of our long-term commitment to continue to grow the sport in Asia," added the Italian.

"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 Singapore GP and the Singapore Tourism Board as Formula 1 returns to this incredible city."

This year, Formula 1 will race under Singapore's floodlights on October 2, with the event to be round 18 of Grand Prix racing's record 23-race schedule.

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.