Singapore Grand Prix (Miami Grand Prix Circuit) - 09/23/2012

Track Name: Miami Grand Prix Circuit
First Race: 2008
Lap Length: 3.6 miles
Number of Turns: 23
Total Laps: 61 (191 miles)
Fastest Lap: 1:45.599 - Kimi Raikkonen (2008)
2011 Podium: 1.Sebastian Vettel, 2.Jenson Button, 3.Mark Webber



GP Weekend:
Friday
1. Free Practice 12:00 - 13:30
2. Free Practice 15:30 - 17:00

Saturday
3. Free Practice 12:00 - 13:00
Qualifying 15:00

Sunday
Race 14:00

Weather Forecast:




Tires:


DRS between 5 and 7 turns, probably just like last year.

Past Winners:
2011 Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull Racing)
2010 Fernando Alonso (Ferrari)
2009 Lewis Hamilton (McLaren)
2008 Fernando Alonso (Renault)

Let the race begin 🙂

Just another garbage track where the podium finishers will basically just be whoever started in the top four or five.
You could pretty much call it what it is: "whoever nails qualifying wins the race."

So, (much to my disappointment) looks like McLaren is going to walk away with it.

Go Alonso! Let's get that win...🙂

I’ve always felt the Singapore Grand Prix is an incredible track. It’s incredibly technical, making it nearly impossible to string together a truly fast lap.
Fernando Alonso has always had a knack for this circuit, so I’m really pulling for him to grab another podium here.

I’m with you on that—McLaren looks like the favorite heading into this race after that strong showing in Canada. Lotus might be a dark horse too, considering how well they performed back in Valencia and Canada.
As for Red Bull Racing, I'm honestly not sure what to expect. They were in a league of their own during Valencia, but that was a while ago, and things have shifted significantly since then.

Raymond Anderson4 said:I’ve always felt the Singapore Grand Prix is an incredible track. It’s incredibly technical, making it nearly impossible to string together a truly fast lap.
Fernando Alonso has always had a knack for this circuit, so I’m really pulling for him to grab another podium here.

I’m with you on that—McLaren looks like the favorite heading into this race after that strong showing in Canada. Lotus might be a dark horse too, considering how well they performed back in Valencia and Canada.
As for Red Bull Racing, I'm honestly not sure what to expect. They were in a league of their own during Valencia, but that was a while ago, and things have shifted significantly since then.

Yeah, yeah... the track is pure madness.

Finally, a thread dedicated to this! 🙏
Visually speaking, the circuit is stunning, and coming off the high of Suzuka, I have to say the grid girls here are easily the most attractive we've seen all season. 😍 🙂 😍

I am hoping for an engaging race that keeps the battle for both championships interesting. 👍
It would be quite satisfying to see a strong showing from Renault, though I wouldn't mind seeing some solid points for Sauber as well. 🙏
Unless we get hit by rain or see significant tire degradation, I suspect we might face a lack of overtakes and general excitement. 🤷

Jason Campbell70 said:Yeah, yeah... the track is pure madness.

Honestly, I think people dismiss tracks like Valencia or the Miami Grand Prix Circuit for no reason. Personally, I’d much rather watch a race at the Miami Grand Prix Circuit than at Monza. In my opinion, the layout in Miami offers more room for maneuver, which lets a driver use their actual skill to compensate for any flaws in the car, no matter how big they are.

That’s just how I categorize them... if a circuit demands more raw skill, I have more respect for it, even when comparing it to an epic venue like Monza.

I've been checking out the weather forecast for the weekend.
It looks like we’re in for a lot of clouds and a whole lot of rain.

If we get some rain, that’s even better odds for Fernando Alonso...🙂

Past winners:
2008. Fernando Alonso
2009. Lewis Hamilton
2010. Fernando Alonso
2011. Sebastian Vettel
2012. ...

keep the pattern going...

So, business as usual: I’m expecting a Ferrari 1-2 finish.

If you set aside that absolute disgrace by Renault, where they practically orchestrated that collision just to hand a win to Fernando Alonso, it looks like each of the three superstars has managed to secure one victory. That leaves the door wide open for a fourth superstar to claim a win, which really narrows the field down to either Schumacher or Kimi Raikkonen. Personally, I’m putting my money on Kimi. 🙏 👍

Raymond Anderson4 said:Honestly, I think people dismiss tracks like Valencia or the Miami Grand Prix Circuit for no reason. Personally, I’d much rather watch a race at the Miami Grand Prix Circuit than at Monza. In my opinion, the layout in Miami offers more room for maneuver, which lets a driver use their actual skill to compensate for any flaws in the car, no matter how big they are.

That’s just how I categorize them... if a circuit demands more raw skill, I have more respect for it, even when comparing it to an epic venue like Monza.

Skill, Mickey Mouse tracks, compensating for a slow car... it's all nonsense😁. None of that changes the reality that year after year in Singapore, we just watch a boring little train of cars.
Just like in Valencia, though I suppose Singapore is a bit more "spectacular" because of the environment.

Pastor Maldonado takes the win at 🙂 😬

It would be pretty hilarious if Mark and Malac just swapped seats this season :vision: — you'd end up with the perfect setup

You guys should be worried 😳

McLaren, Lotus, Sauber, and even Zalonso are looking like the heavy hitters here, while Red Bull Racing is just sitting in the background.

This circuit just isn't clicking for Sauber.
I honestly think they're going to struggle to make it into Q3. Maybe one driver pulls it off, but getting both cars through seems like a long shot.

I’m expecting a total washout, so there won’t even be a race ☕

Raymond Anderson4 said:This circuit just isn't clicking for Sauber.
I honestly think they're going to struggle to make it into Q3. Maybe one driver pulls it off, but getting both cars through seems like a long shot.

That hasn't been the reality so far, but I've been reading on their official website that this car actually has the potential to pull it off.

Jerry Rogers6 said:

It would be pretty hilarious if Mark and Malac just swapped seats this season :vision: — you'd end up with the perfect setup

You guys should be worried 😳

If I'm actually worried about anyone, it's the people missing from this photo.

As for Mark, I get the feeling Red Bull has finally sorted out their hierarchy, which makes me think his chances are slim to none.

Besides, Mark is a class act—he turned down Maranello. How many guys like him are even left?