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Singapore F1 Grand Prix: A Message from the PETRONAS President & Group CEO

2025 Media Release - 7 Oct

The recent victory at the Singapore Grand Prix was a much-awaited achievement in our long-standing strategic partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team in this season. I felt honoured when I was invited to receive the Winning Constructor Trophy on the team’s behalf.

However, I acknowledge that my spontaneous, spur-of-the-moment exuberance in celebrating that moment of victory may have been misplaced. While I can categorically state I did not consume any alcohol, as a Muslim, I should have been more aware of the sensitivities associated with taking part in such celebrations. Accordingly, I want to apologise for any unintended offence caused and take full responsibility for my actions. 

On behalf of PETRONAS, permit me to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude for the continued support of our participation in what is the pinnacle of motorsports competition. The successes we deliver now and in the upcoming era of sustainable fuels will indeed bear testimony to Malaysian innovation and capabilities.

Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik
7 October 2025

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