2. The entire 3.148-mile circuit will be lit with around 1600 light projectors using a total of 67 miles of power cables, 240 steel pylons with a total power requirement of 3,180,000 watts will be used. The lighting will be four times brighter than the lights at sports stadiums.

3. In 2008, we out-rated the opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympic Games! The 3 days of F1 coverage generated ratings of 1.96 million viewers in total.

4. Singapore GP Pte Ltd has won 3 awards for organizing the Singapore Grand Prix 1. Autosport Pioneering and Innovation, 2. Facility of the Year. 3. Promoter of the Year

5. Grand Prixs were actually held in Singapore in the late 60s and mid-70s, albeit without the commercialization and hype of today.




http://app.stb.gov.sg/Data/news/1/1bcef5d8bd566084523bf65b7e1a245d/f1%20singapore%20gp%20circuit%201.jpg

Race Date: 26 Sep 2010

Number of Laps: 61

Circuit Length: 5.73 km

Race Distance: 309.316 km

Lap Record: 1:45.599 - K Raikkonen (2008)

Yes, this is the most talked event of the year! Over 80,000 tourists from all over the world have flooded Singapore just for this event. It has a history of over 60 years old and is held annually between March-October. Singapore spent $106 million dollars to make this event a great success. I’m sure everybody has heard of the big names like Lewis Hamilton who won this year night race, and Jenson Button who won the F1 this year. It is really amazing that Singapore is able to clinch the rights to hold the race as this race has been watched globally over the years. This has certainly put Singapore on the world map.

A near sold-out event in 2009, Singapore has certainly proven her capability in organizing this night race. Held at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, it was the 15th round of the 2009 FIA Formula One World Championship. On an ordinary day, the circuit is just an ordinary street road where thousands of cars used it daily. This adds on the excitement for this race as the road will have more wear and tear as compared to the other circuits in other countries. This makes it more challenging. To add on the challenges, it is the first night race in the history of Formula 1 and it is a rather narrow circuit which makes it harder to overtake. Lewis Hamilton once commented in the after-race in 2009, “It is a tough race, it’s not easy, that’s for sure: the temperature, corner after corner after corner, there’s never a real break and it’s very bumpy, so the focus you need here is as much as you could possibly get. But the track is fantastic, the fans here are amazing, and they put on a great show here in Singapore again.”


Apart from the race, we’re also  amazed with the operations of the whole F1 on the whole. It created lots of job opportunities, generates a sizeable national income and increase the standard and awareness of Singapore.


Singapore GP Pte Ltd has also incorporated performances into the race, creating a carnival feel and made a race more than a simple race. These performances include stage performances with big names such as Backstreet Boys, Travis, River Maya and Chaka Khan, and roving acts such as Cie Des Quidams, Strange Fruit, Blonco Singapura and Brazillian Samba Girls. All these performances were to fill the time in between the races so that people won’t be bored. A brilliant plan indeed. These performers not only help added value for ticket-holders over the race weekend, they also help to spread 100,000 spectators out across the circuit park. As such, the programme is designed to ensure that whenever the racing has stopped, there is something different to see, hear and taste every 100 to 200 metres within the circuit park. In this way, there will not be large crowd at a particular area while not affecting traffic nor security.



The transport and human traffic have also been well-coordinated, making it hassle-free. There were free shuttle buses in and out in high frequency from the nearest MRT stations and ushers were positioned everywhere to facilitate the entire process.


All in all, through this event, we can see that F1 is an ingenious idea to hold in Singapore. Whether it is the operational side or the fun element side, really, everything is ingenious. Kudos to all the brains behind all these!


In 2010, F1 is scheduled to take place from 24th to 26th September! So do stay tune to http://www.singaporegp.sg/ for more details closer to the race dates!

On 6th July, 2007, International Olympic Committee (IOC) approved the creation of a youth version of the Olympic Games. The Youth Olympic Games (YOG) is planned to be an international multi-sport event held every four years in staggered summer and winter events complementing the current Olympic Games. YOG will feature only atheletes from 14 to 18 years old.
Singapore is the first host for the summer events of YOG!!

Duration: 14th – 26th 2010 (12 days)

Nations participating: 170

Athletes participating: around 3,500

Singapore puts in a lot of efforts for the 1st YOG, till now, 18 sporting facilities across the island have been confirmed as competition venues for the various sports competing at the Youth Olympic Games (YOG). Furthermore, a number of facilities, some currently serving recreational functions, are in the process of upgrading, to meet competition standards set by the International Olympic Committee.


Interesting Facts about YOG!

1. YOG is the successor to the discountinued World Youth Games.

2. Each participating country will send in at least 4 atheletes.

3. No national flags or anthems will be utilized. Only the Olympic flag and the Olympic anthem will be used to de-emphasize international competiton.

4. Singapore is contesting all 26 sports, like the Olympic Games.

5. The estimated cost for the summer event is at $30 million, Singapore bid $75 millions.



 






Chew on this: The Marina Reservoir (Chinese: 濱海蓄水池) is a reservoir in Marina Bay, Singapore formed in 2008 from the damming of the mouth of the Kallang Basin. So fans can cheer on their atheletes from the Marina Barrage.







Chew on this: The arena was designed by Japanese architect Kenzo Tange and has a cone shaped roof and a pillarless arena. The stadium is within walking distance of the Singapore National stadium.








Chew on this: The Float@Marina Bay is located on the waters of the Marina Reservoir, at MarinaBay. It is located in front of the Olympic Family Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton.


http://whyohgee.sg/singapore2010/updates/venues


Beyond Sports, messages on education and culture also can be spread through youth talents performances which will be organised by Singapore Street Festival (SSF), Singapore 2010’s Culture and Education Programme will take place at the the Youth Olympic Village at the Nanyang Technological University and the International Convention Centre during Games time in August 2010.


This is one of the rare events held in Singapore where thousands of people pour in from different countries into our small Singapore. We think that this is a very meaningful event, especially the themes of the YOG “Learning to know, learning to be, learning to do, and learning to live together.” We couldn’t agree more with the themes. Indeed, we need to move into a multi-lingual and multi-cultural world, one which is more tolerant of racial and cultural differences. YOG would be one of the steps that we can take to achieve this world. Singapore is a fitting country to host the first YOG as she is a cultural melting pot with her own mix of races and religions. This fits what YOG wants to show the world. With much anticipation, we awaits the arrival of the YOG in the month of August 2010. So come with your family to experience this fresh YOG event, celebrate youth culture and give more support to the future pillars of the world!

1. 
   
   The 2-3 weeks leading up to 14 Feb 2010: Chinatown Light Up, Chinatown Night Markets & Stage Performances.
   
2. 
   
   Around 12-20 Feb 2010: River Hong Bao Carnival
   
   (dates and location to be confirmed).
   
   
   
3. 
   
   19-20 Feb 2010: Chingay Parade!
   

2. The entire 3.148-mile circuit will be lit with around 1600 light projectors using a total of 67 miles of power cables, 240 steel pylons with a total power requirement of 3,180,000 watts will be used. The lighting will be four times brighter than the lights at sports stadiums.

3. In 2008, we out-rated the opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympic Games! The 3 days of F1 coverage generated ratings of 1.96 million viewers in total.

4. Singapore GP Pte Ltd has won 3 awards for organizing the Singapore Grand Prix 1. Autosport Pioneering and Innovation, 2. Facility of the Year. 3. Promoter of the Year

5. Grand Prixs were actually held in Singapore in the late 60s and mid-70s, albeit without the commercialization and hype of today.




http://app.stb.gov.sg/Data/news/1/1bcef5d8bd566084523bf65b7e1a245d/f1%20singapore%20gp%20circuit%201.jpg

Race Date: 26 Sep 2010

Number of Laps: 61

Circuit Length: 5.73 km

Race Distance: 309.316 km

Lap Record: 1:45.599 - K Raikkonen (2008)

Yes, this is the most talked event of the year! Over 80,000 tourists from all over the world have flooded Singapore just for this event. It has a history of over 60 years old and is held annually between March-October. Singapore spent $106 million dollars to make this event a great success. I’m sure everybody has heard of the big names like Lewis Hamilton who won this year night race, and Jenson Button who won the F1 this year. It is really amazing that Singapore is able to clinch the rights to hold the race as this race has been watched globally over the years. This has certainly put Singapore on the world map.

A near sold-out event in 2009, Singapore has certainly proven her capability in organizing this night race. Held at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, it was the 15th round of the 2009 FIA Formula One World Championship. On an ordinary day, the circuit is just an ordinary street road where thousands of cars used it daily. This adds on the excitement for this race as the road will have more wear and tear as compared to the other circuits in other countries. This makes it more challenging. To add on the challenges, it is the first night race in the history of Formula 1 and it is a rather narrow circuit which makes it harder to overtake. Lewis Hamilton once commented in the after-race in 2009, “It is a tough race, it’s not easy, that’s for sure: the temperature, corner after corner after corner, there’s never a real break and it’s very bumpy, so the focus you need here is as much as you could possibly get. But the track is fantastic, the fans here are amazing, and they put on a great show here in Singapore again.”


Apart from the race, we’re also  amazed with the operations of the whole F1 on the whole. It created lots of job opportunities, generates a sizeable national income and increase the standard and awareness of Singapore.


Singapore GP Pte Ltd has also incorporated performances into the race, creating a carnival feel and made a race more than a simple race. These performances include stage performances with big names such as Backstreet Boys, Travis, River Maya and Chaka Khan, and roving acts such as Cie Des Quidams, Strange Fruit, Blonco Singapura and Brazillian Samba Girls. All these performances were to fill the time in between the races so that people won’t be bored. A brilliant plan indeed. These performers not only help added value for ticket-holders over the race weekend, they also help to spread 100,000 spectators out across the circuit park. As such, the programme is designed to ensure that whenever the racing has stopped, there is something different to see, hear and taste every 100 to 200 metres within the circuit park. In this way, there will not be large crowd at a particular area while not affecting traffic nor security.



The transport and human traffic have also been well-coordinated, making it hassle-free. There were free shuttle buses in and out in high frequency from the nearest MRT stations and ushers were positioned everywhere to facilitate the entire process.


All in all, through this event, we can see that F1 is an ingenious idea to hold in Singapore. Whether it is the operational side or the fun element side, really, everything is ingenious. Kudos to all the brains behind all these!


In 2010, F1 is scheduled to take place from 24th to 26th September! So do stay tune to http://www.singaporegp.sg/ for more details closer to the race dates!

On 6th July, 2007, International Olympic Committee (IOC) approved the creation of a youth version of the Olympic Games. The Youth Olympic Games (YOG) is planned to be an international multi-sport event held every four years in staggered summer and winter events complementing the current Olympic Games. YOG will feature only atheletes from 14 to 18 years old.
Singapore is the first host for the summer events of YOG!!

Duration: 14th – 26th 2010 (12 days)

Nations participating: 170

Athletes participating: around 3,500

Singapore puts in a lot of efforts for the 1st YOG, till now, 18 sporting facilities across the island have been confirmed as competition venues for the various sports competing at the Youth Olympic Games (YOG). Furthermore, a number of facilities, some currently serving recreational functions, are in the process of upgrading, to meet competition standards set by the International Olympic Committee.


Interesting Facts about YOG!

1. YOG is the successor to the discountinued World Youth Games.

2. Each participating country will send in at least 4 atheletes.

3. No national flags or anthems will be utilized. Only the Olympic flag and the Olympic anthem will be used to de-emphasize international competiton.

4. Singapore is contesting all 26 sports, like the Olympic Games.

5. The estimated cost for the summer event is at $30 million, Singapore bid $75 millions.



 






Chew on this: The Marina Reservoir (Chinese: 濱海蓄水池) is a reservoir in Marina Bay, Singapore formed in 2008 from the damming of the mouth of the Kallang Basin. So fans can cheer on their atheletes from the Marina Barrage.







Chew on this: The arena was designed by Japanese architect Kenzo Tange and has a cone shaped roof and a pillarless arena. The stadium is within walking distance of the Singapore National stadium.








Chew on this: The Float@Marina Bay is located on the waters of the Marina Reservoir, at MarinaBay. It is located in front of the Olympic Family Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton.


http://whyohgee.sg/singapore2010/updates/venues


Beyond Sports, messages on education and culture also can be spread through youth talents performances which will be organised by Singapore Street Festival (SSF), Singapore 2010’s Culture and Education Programme will take place at the the Youth Olympic Village at the Nanyang Technological University and the International Convention Centre during Games time in August 2010.


This is one of the rare events held in Singapore where thousands of people pour in from different countries into our small Singapore. We think that this is a very meaningful event, especially the themes of the YOG “Learning to know, learning to be, learning to do, and learning to live together.” We couldn’t agree more with the themes. Indeed, we need to move into a multi-lingual and multi-cultural world, one which is more tolerant of racial and cultural differences. YOG would be one of the steps that we can take to achieve this world. Singapore is a fitting country to host the first YOG as she is a cultural melting pot with her own mix of races and religions. This fits what YOG wants to show the world. With much anticipation, we awaits the arrival of the YOG in the month of August 2010. So come with your family to experience this fresh YOG event, celebrate youth culture and give more support to the future pillars of the world!

1. 
   
   The 2-3 weeks leading up to 14 Feb 2010: Chinatown Light Up, Chinatown Night Markets & Stage Performances.
   
2. 
   
   Around 12-20 Feb 2010: River Hong Bao Carnival
   
   (dates and location to be confirmed).
   
   
   
3. 
   
   19-20 Feb 2010: Chingay Parade!