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Singapore Grand Prix haze risk

Overview

The 2026 Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix, scheduled for October 9–11 at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, faces potential disruption from transboundary haze. The risk is linked to forest fires in Indonesia’s Sumatra and Kalimantan regions, exacerbated by dry weather and El Nino.

Organizers and the Singapore government’s Haze Task Force are collaborating to monitor air quality via the Pollutant Standards Index (PSI). Contingency plans are being developed to address potential impacts on visibility, public health, and race operations. Preparedness measures include the potential provision of medical assistance and N95 masks to spectators and crew if conditions deteriorate.

As of now, no decision has been made to cancel the event. Authorities have indicated they will assess the situation collectively, noting that in previous instances, such as in 2019, races proceeded despite unhealthy air quality levels.

Entities

Marina Bay Street Circuit · Meteorological Service Singapore · Singapore GP · Singapore Haze Task Force · Singapore Grand Prix

Timeline

  1. 22 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Singapore F1 Grand Prix faces haze threat from Indonesian forest fires

    The 2026 Singapore Grand Prix faces potential haze disruptions from Indonesian forest fires. Organizers and the Haze Task Force have activated contingency plans to manage visibility and health risks.

  2. 26 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Singapore Grand Prix 2026 prepares for F1 Sprint and haze risks

    The 2026 Singapore Grand Prix will feature an F1 Sprint race, but organizers are preparing contingency plans to address potential haze threats and air quality issues during the event.

Sources

beritaharian.sg · cnbcindonesia.com · rmol.id · viva.co.id