Lizards have been a regular hazard at the grand prix
Drivers watched in amusement as the monitor lizard, a familiar sight in Singapore, reacted to the chase with a sudden burst of speed after sauntering on to the circuit shortly after the start of the daylight session.
The Sky television commentator David Croft named it Larry, suggesting it had the purposeful stride of Aston Martin’s team owner, Lawrence Stroll. The interruption was brief before practice resumed.Lions intrigue and lingering heartache make Ireland-England the standout match of the campaign aheadMauricio Pochettino lands in the USA full of hope, but World Cup glory looks a long way off
When a smaller one emerged during last year’s practice, Lambiase suggested “maybe Godzilla had a kid”. Monitor lizards are typically shy, according to Singapore’s National Parks’ Board, unless cornered. They are also diurnal, meaning they sleep at night – a relief for organisers of the night race.
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