In the world of Formula One, drivers are accustomed to a variety of unexpected interruptions. From dogs on the track to cats in the stands, animals often find their way into the midst of high-speed racing. But on a recent Saturday in Singapore, a rather unexpected visitor took center stage: a curious lizard.

As the final practice session before the Singapore Grand Prix got underway, a small but adventurous reptile wandered onto the Marina Bay Street Circuit. The lizard, seemingly unfazed by the roar of the engines and the speed of the cars, scurried around the track, leaving a trail of confusion in its wake.

Drivers were left scratching their heads as they watched the unusual scene unfold. "What on earth is that thing?!" Mercedes driver George Russell exclaimed, his engineer quickly informing him that it was, in fact, a lizard. Russell's response? "A what?! It looks like a dragon!"

The situation was so bizarre that even the marshals, tasked with removing the lizard from the track, couldn't help but laugh. Two brave individuals, armed with a plastic bag, chased after the reptile, attempting to coax it off the track. The result was a surreal scene that left everyone involved in stitches.

This wasn't the first time a lizard had interrupted racing in Singapore. In 2016, Max Verstappen had a similar encounter, joking about a "giant lizard" on the track. But this time, the reptile's grand prix debut was met with a mix of amusement and concern for the safety of the drivers.

As the final practice session resumed, the drivers returned to their cars, still chuckling about the unexpected interruption. The lizard, meanwhile, had made its mark on the world of Formula One, proving that even in the fast-paced world of racing, there's always room for a little surprise.

Lizard's Grand Prix Debut: F1 Practice Halts in Singapore

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