Aston Martin Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen takes on 'The Supreme Showdown' in Singapore

Singapore’s biggest racing communities gathered for ‘The Supreme Showdown’ race action to mark the start of the 2018 F1 weekend. ‘The Supreme Showdown’ celebrates the partnership between Esso, Mobil 1 and Aston Martin Red Bull Racing™ as Max Verstappen takes his F1 prowess to the air as he teams up with 13-year-old Singaporean racing prodigy to take on members of the local racing community. The extremely impressive course was made up of Singapore’s famous Marina Bay Street Circuit, and obstacles inspired by the traits of Esso’s leading Synergy Supreme + fuel.

OneShift Editorial Team

13 Sep 2018

"The work that Esso does with us on-track is extremely important, and we have seen great benefits in the development of the Esso Synergy race fuel throughout the season. Hopefully, that extra horsepower will give us a better chance of a positive result this weekend in Singapore,” said Max Verstappen, Aston Martin Red Bull Racing driver.

Participants at the event were able to compete in time attacks, where the champions walked away with cash vouchers worth over $3,400. It was an exciting moment for everyone as the remote-controlled car and drone were racing side by side.

Trivia game sessions were also part of the event, some of the lucky winners were given the opportunity to get up-close in person with Max Verstappen.

Max Verstappen also added: “Today has been a lot of fun, and the Supreme Showdown has been a totally new experience for me. It’s very nice that Esso creates these interesting opportunities for us to interact with the fans.”

Commenting on the opportunity, the 13-year-old Singaporean racing prodigy, Dzeroun Choong also said: “I’d like to thank Esso for this once in a lifetime opportunity. I never imagined being able to race alongside a Formula 1 driver like Max. It’s a really inspiring experience and something I will remember for life.”

Photo credit: ExxonMobil Asia Pacific Pte Ltd

Mr. Yap Peng Ann, Asia Pacific Fuels Marketing Manager, ExxonMobil Asia Pacific Pte Ltd, said: “Like F1, drone and remote-controlled car racing are a showcase of technology, mental toughness and impeccable teamwork. Thanks to our partnership with Aston Martin Red Bull Racing, we’re able to provide fans in Singapore and the racing community an unparalleled first-hand experience through the Esso and Mobil 1 Supreme Showdown.”

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