- Tina Pascual
- Sep 5, 2019
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 31, 2020
I’m not really a fan of masculine stuffs and that include automobiles. I grew up girly-girly. But my sister was an opposite. She loves fast cars and had been a fan of car racing for many years. In fact, she watches car relay competition on TV religiously. She even memorised most of the Formula 1 auto racing team and drivers. However, it took her years to finally got the chance to watch the actual race.
Here in Singapore, the world famous F1 car racing is only held weekend night. My sister, as an avid fan, got a package of 3 nights tickets. Unfortunately, Friday for her was a busy time in the office. So she called me to replace her attendance.
The pass she purchased was a walkabout. That means, I will not have a seat as a spectator. Rather, I will have to walk, stand and make my way for a good view of the race. Although, the allotted portion of the road for the ‘walkers’ is just small, I had a great time. Just hearing the zoom of every car heightened my adrenaline. It excites me and I was really enjoying even if I am all alone. Also, large screens are installed in selected points for the people to have a good view of the distant action.
The track was in the central business district. Surely, other than the road and the crowd, the racers have a good scene of the gorgeous buildings, lights and bridges.
Friday was only a practice race. Even though, the drivers are already competitive as it will determine their lane allocation for the championship night - which is always held on a Sunday.
Although the crowd is huge (mainly after-office people and tourists), I believe it is more during Saturday and Sunday. There were also volunteered medics who are stationed in case of accidents.
As soon as the race was over, I thought of going home straight. The public transportation during the event was altered at a reasonable distance. Despite they closed few of the roads, the walk going to my nearest bus stop is as usual scenic.
I tried passing through an underpass and saw the other side of the circuit. I explored the area and found an exhibit of vintage cars. Acquainting myself with each is like a bonus for my ticket.
At 11 p.m., I’m on the phone excitedly talking about my experience to my sister. I knew for a second that she is already enough than having more sisters. After I said ‘Good night’, I bet she wasn’t able to get enough sleep.
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