F1 hype

Witnessed my first F1 race yesterday and had an amazing time. It definitely helped that I was seated at the corporate box where they really know how to spoil you silly. First, you're greeted with a cold wet towel, then offered a class of the official champagne. There's a whole long bar worth of really really good food! You're then constantly asked if you'd like more wine, beer, coffee etc. And of course, the most important part, the box's air conditioned! 

Well, I guess for $3k they better treat you like a royalty!

Hhaha I've not even talked about the race yet. 

You start feeling the excitement and vibes the moment you enter the gates. The whole place was like a carnival, there were baskers, alot of food tents, people just enjoying the sun on the grass....

the random group of rowdy ferrari fans waving their patriotic flags. 

The qualifying race itself only started at 10pm (we were there since 4pm!). All I can say about my virgin F1 experience is I truly understand the meaning of 'catch no ball', in this case it's "catch no car'. The cars just zip by so quickly, leaving only a trail of VERY VERY loud screeches! The sound is no joke man! At first I tried to be hero, declining the offer of ear plugs but humbly went in search of one the moment I heard the first car go by. 

The only disappointment was, there were no accidents! I was really hoping to see one especially since we were seated right between 2 very sharp bends. 

Ok la I've to confess, i enjoyed the "spoiling me with booze n food" part more than the race itself hahaha. 

Will post some pics here soon but don't expect any photos of the cars cos they were too damn fast!