With the 2017 European F1 season now firmly behind them, the Sauber team has arrive in Singapore for the first of three races in Asia during the second half of the championship.
Popular among fans and drivers alike, the bright skyline of the city gives the night race a spectacular atmosphere, making it one of the highlights on the calendar.
The Singapore Grand Prix is held on the Marina Bay Street Circuit and is the second race of the season to be held at night.
The grip conditions on this city track improve from session to session and the circuit itself has 23 corners – the most corners featured in any circuit on the calendar – which, in addition, are all low-speed.
The probability of the Safety Car being deployed is very high. Traction and braking dominate on this bumpy circuit but due to its layout, overtaking is rather difficult, making a good starting position important.
“I can't wait to be back in Singapore – it is my favourite race of the season,” said Pascal Wehrlein. “I generally like night races, but Singapore takes the experience of driving in one to the ‘next level', especially in terms of the atmosphere.”
“The city is lit up and I like the challenge of driving on a city circuit. We also get to break out of our usual weekend routine there, as most of our on and off-track activities take place at night – that's nice for a change. Overall, this race weekend will be an exciting one and I am looking forward to climbing back into the car there.”
