First Malaysia Grand Prix In Singapore
Monday, 23rd April 1962
The Singapore Grand Prix was renamed to Malaysia Grand Prix by it organiser, the Singapore Motor Club (SMC) and Singapore Ministry of Culture. The Thomson Road street circuit track was widen by a few feet and was completely resurfaced. The "new" and faster track with 14 twisty bends and competitor would have to complete 60 laps. Singapore racer, "Fatso" Yong won the race in his brand new Jaguar E-Type. L.E. Jansz, a teacher from Seremban, was second in his Jaguar E-Type. Tan Ah Bee in his Ford V8 Special came in third.