Kazuki's Singapore Blog: Friday

Posted on Friday 26 Sep 2008 and tagged with kazuki, blog.

It’s bumpy out there! I’m feeling battered and bruised and I’ve only completed 55 laps of the Marina Bay Circuit. After Sunday’s 61-lap race, I’ll be in need of some physio.

Aside from the bumps, though, I really like the circuit. There aren’t many fast corners, but it’s tricky and the walls are very unforgiving. You have to be very precise with you lines and your braking. A lot of people are asking me about the artificial lighting around the track and I think the organisers have done a very good job. There are a few dark spots around the lap, such as at Turn 5, but it’s not too bad.

Aside from the on-track action, I’ve had a busy day of PR duties. I had to set my alarm clock two hours earlier than normal in order to have lunch with the President of Singapore (remember I’m keeping European time for the weekend), then I had lots of interviews throughout the afternoon.

One of the other things that struck me today was the dedication of the fans. I left the track at 0300 (Saturday morning) and there were still fans waiting by the turnstiles. The least I could do was sign an autograph or two!