Reigning F1 champions Red Bull Racing are bringing their showrun to Mumbai this Sunday, on March 12.
Thirteen-time F1 race winner David Coulthard will drive the RB7 on the streets of Bandra, and there will also be a bike stunt riding showcase featuring Arunas ‘Aras’ Gibieza – one of the most renowned pro stunt riders in the world. For all those looking to attend the event, we answer your questions:
What car will David Coulthard drive?
Coulthard will be driving Sebastian Vettel’s 2011 F1 championship-winning car, the RB7. The car took 18 out of 19 poles and won 12 races in 2011, making it one of the most dominant machines in Formula 1 history.
The 2.4-litre V8 (producing up to 750hp) is pretty loud! So, make sure you’re carrying earplugs.
Mumbai Red Bull showrun tickets
The tickets are divided into four categories. General Access tickets are free of charge, but entry is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gold Arena tickets (Rs 499) are for standing space in reserved areas. Next up are the Diamond Arena tickets (Rs 2,499), once again for standing space, but they also give access to the Red Bull Energy Station and it’s the shortest arena to get to from the entry point.
The HSBC Starstruck Lounge tickets (Rs 25,000) cover a two-day package. This includes seating in the grandstand, a meet and greet with Coulthard, live interactions, an invite to the official after party and Red Bull Racing memorabilia.
However, at the time of writing this story, all tickets are sold out.
What time does the Mumbai Red Bull showrun start?
Gates open at 8am and the event starts at 10am. Parking will not be available at the venue, so use public transport.
Mumbai Red Bull showrun entry points
Entry 1 is near Galaxy Apartments on the north end of Bandra Bandstand. This is for people with passes for the RB7 Arena, BBRT Arena, Diamond Arena 1 and 2, HSBC Starstruck Lounge, Pit Stop Arena and the FORB and WIIINGS Arena.
Entry 2 is near Mannat on the south end of Bandra Bandstand. This is for people who have passes for the Smart Bazaar and Gold Arenas. Entry 3, also near Mannat, is for those with General Access passes.
There will be two drop-off points. The first one is at the intersection of Hill Road and Bandstand, near Galaxy Apartments. Another drop off point is at the intersection of Kane Road and Bandstand, near Mannat.
Can you carry a camera?
Basic point-and-shoot cameras are allowed. However, you can’t bring any professional cameras with detachable lenses or a DSLR. Monopods, tripods and selfie sticks are also not permitted.
Mumbai Red Bull showrun: Do’s and don’ts
Do carry your own empty transparent water bottles; free drinking water refills will be available at any of the kiosks. Refillable cups will also be available for purchase.
Here are the items that you can bring along: Binoculars, cell phones and portable chargers, sunscreen in non-aerosol containers (100ml or less), ear plugs and hearing protection devices.
Prohibited items include any sharp objects, drones, sound systems and music instruments, flammable items, markers, pens, spray paint, opaque bottles, pocket lasers and laser pens, aerosols, cigarettes and alcohol.
