Singapore – Ahead of the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix, which will happen on September 20 to 22–and the racing series’ only night race–new data from digital travel platform Agoda has documented which country has more fans attending the highly-anticipated race for F1 this year.
According to data, travelers from Indonesia took the checkered flag with the highest accommodation searches for race weekend, followed by the Philippines and Japan. Following on the grid are Malaysia (#4), Thailand (#5), South Korea (#6), Taiwan (#7), India (#8), Hong Kong (#9), and Australia (#10).
Agoda notes that the influx of international visitors for the night race demonstrates the sporting event’s widespread popularity. Mega events like the night race attract a varied audience, eager to immerse themselves in the experience and enjoy the surrounding festivities.
Moreover, this pattern of travel interest showcases the enduring allure of major sporting events on a global scale.
Andrew Smith, senior vice president of supply at Agoda shared, “In the past year, we’ve seen a lot of people traveling for experiences, such as concerts, festivals, sports and other big events. The night race in Singapore is one of the key mega events in the region. It’s exciting to see such a wide array of travelers coming together to experience the thrill of the race and the vibrant atmosphere of Singapore.”
