But when the latest Formula 1 episode was over things still got racy thanks to singing superstar Rihanna.
She was in charge of the entertainment after Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel won yet another race.
Racy: Rihanna pulls out all the stops as she writhes around on stage at the Singapore Grand Prix after concert
And she made sure she caused a stir as she took to the stage for her flamboyant and risque performance.
Rihanna, 25, stuck her tongue out a la Miley Cyrus and pushed her derriere out as she rocked the stage.
She of course emphasised her toned physique with a baggy short dress with splits up the side to show off her thighs.
Quirky moves: The singer went all out as usual as she flamboyantly belted out her hits
She's no shrinking violet: Rihanna first turned up on stage with a green cape around her neck and bizarre glasses on her face
Enjoying herself: She had a big grin on her face as she performed for the excited audience
The Umbrella hitmaker wore fishnet tights to her knees and showed off her usual street style with a pair of white high tops.
And she ensured it was an energetic performance as she writhed around in front of the crowds with a cheeky smile on her face.
Rihanna has been making the most of her trip to Asia and a day earlier was in the sharing mood as she updated her fans about her trip through Thailand.
Showing off her moves: Rihanna gave an energetic show down with her backing dancers copying her moves behind her
Sultry: She jumped around on stage at Marina Bay in Singapore, where the Grand Prix had earlier taken place
Dressed up: The racing drivers may have been the stars of the day but Rihanna soon took over proceedings
She's got the moves: Rihanna sang into her mic while wriggling around for the cameras
The name Thailand means freedom - which, judging by her Instagram profile, is something Rihanna has clearly been craving.The R'n'B star has been enjoying a stay in the Asian country as a break from her Diamonds World Tour.
Wearing skimpy beachwear, the million-selling artist is seen in a variety of poses and scenarios where she is clearly at home in the Buddhist country.
Big stage, big voice: Rihanna performed live on
the Padang Stage on Day three at the Singapore Formula One Grand Prix at
Marina Bay on Sunday evening
Show stopper: Before she arrived in Singapore Rihanna made sure she had some holiday time in Thailand on the way there
Crowd pleaser: She seemed in high spirits as she headlined the show after the annual night race
Entertainer: She took off her green coat to reveal her quirky baggy mini-dress underneath
In one she can be seen posing on a boat with an impressive skyline behind her. In another, she is seen looking backwards, over her shoulder, as a breeze makes her hair momentarily defy gravity.
She can then be seen receiving a hand-made flower bracelet from a local vendor, who then kisses her.
In typical Rihanna style, she also uploaded a more suggestive picture of her wearing a leather-effect wetsuit.
Fish-net: The chart-topping singer was certainly appropriately dressed for sailing the sea
Stunning: Rihanna poses in what might be a truly perfect holiday snapshot - if you're a pop star
The chart-topping singer is obviously happy to share her experiences. She has been uploading a number of photographs of her travels in recent days.
Yesterday the 25-year-old published a number of fun pictures from a night out in Phuket, where she was greeted by several species of native animals - including tame elephants.
The star also posted a funny shot with her alongside a scantily-clad woman and a leotard-wearing man - both of whom appear to be yelling at the singer.
Keeping it real: The singer swapped her designer jewelery for some hand-made produce from a local resident
'She was either tryna get married to me, or asking for the rest of my crop over costume! #Thailand #$treetLife,' she explained of the scene.
The star flew into Thailand from Manila on Thursday, following her first gig in the Philippines for five years.
Pucker-up: The star laughs off a gentlemanly kiss from her jewelery maker
Her tour has so far played in more than 60 countries, with another 19 stops to go before it wraps on November 15.
But she won't be relaxing for too long, with her next gig scheduled for Singapore this Sunday.
Posing: Despite being on a well-deserved holiday, Rihanna couldn't resist posing for pictures
