Formula 1 is arguably the most technologically advanced sport in the world. Every aspect of performance is enhanced by analyzing and acting on huge amounts of data that are generated by the car and what’s happening on the track. By joining us for this once-in-a-lifetime experience, you will witness this groundbreaking technology literally speeding right past you.
We aim to make your experience both inspiring and memorable. From getting inside lane access to hearing about how Oracle Red Bull Racing is partnering with Oracle to elevate data analytics in Formula 1 to learning why the five-time Formula 1 World Championship team has chosen Oracle as their official cloud infrastructure and customer experience platform provider to watching the race and getting world class hospitality in the Oracle Red Bull Racing Paddock Club, you will have the hottest ticket in town to catch all the action.
We hope you are revved up for the action and excited to learn about the approaches the ORBR team takes to win on the track that you can take back and apply to your own business. If you have any questions, please click on the “Help” button in the navigation menu to speak to our Events Team or scroll down to view our FAQs.
Koener Hotel
Meet in lobby of hotel
Watch from ORBR Paddock Club
Experience the ultimate Formula 1 VIP behind-the-scenes action with exclusive access to the Oracle Red Bull Racing Paddock Club, check out team garages, and watch the on-track action from an incredible vantage point, while enjoying the finest in hospitality.
Watch from ORBR Paddock Club
Meet outside of ORBR Paddock Club to be escorted to transfer
Meet in Koener Hotel Lobby
Join Oracle leaders for refreshments, dinner, and networking to kick off the race weekend.
With over 10 years’ experience working within the elite sports industry, Kat joined the Technical Partnerships Team at Oracle Red Bull Racing in May 2022, taking on the responsibility of managing key relationships with a number of Innovation Partners.
After leaving education, Kat started her career with Bath Rugby, working her way up through the ranks whilst cultivating a strong understanding of marketing and customer relationship management. In 2015, Kat moved to Manchester United Football Club, specialising in Partner Relationship Management. During her time in Manchester, Kat worked with numerous global brands, developing activation strategies and delivering on event project management.
Kat spent three years with Williams Racing, joining the historic Oxfordshire team in 2019 so is no stranger to Formula One, having overseen a diverse portfolio of technical partners and lifestyle brands whilst building a consolidated understanding of the principles of designing and building of a Formula One car.
The 2023 Belgium Grand Prix is taking place July 28-30, 2023, in a safe and enjoyable environment at the Silverstone Circuit. July 28th is Practice and Qualifying Day. July 29th is Sprint Day. July 30th is Race Day. For more details please visit the official Formula 1 website.
You should have received an invitation with a registration link from your Oracle Sales Representative. In order to be fully registered, we will need to obtain approval from your Authorized Executive Official for Gift Matters, Legal Counsel, or Ethics Officer for your participation, consistent with your organization’s business courtesy guidelines. Please provide the link to Oracle’s Business Courtesy Form to your Authorized Executive Official for Gift Matters. Once they complete the form and approve your attendance, your registration will be considered complete. Once registered, you will receive a Know Before You Go Email a few days before the race.
Upon arriving to breakfast at the Koener Hotel each morning, you will check in at the Oracle Hospitality Desk and receive a badge and your ticket. Please plan on wearing these throughout the weekend as it will be your access pass to the entire experience.
Attendees are responsible for travel to and from Spa, getting to the hotel, and the cost of their hotel rooms. Oracle will take care of everything once you get to the hotel (food, beverage, transportation to and from the track, Paddock Club tickets, and evening events)
Oracle does not provide transfers from airports to hotel. The closest airport to the Spa circuit is Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST). Luxembourg Airport (LUX) is just a bit further but also a great option.
We’re sorry you’re not able to join us. Please cancel your registration via the cancellation form within your initial invitation or contact Events Team by emailing sydney.leopold@oracle.com.
Yes. If you must cancel your registration, please contact the Events Team as soon as possible at sydney.leopold@oracle.com.
The following will apply if you cancel after July 26, 2023:
You will be responsible for one night’s room charge plus applicable taxes.
Any personal hotel extension arrangements will be subject to hotel cancellation policies.
Yes, a week before the race, you will receive a Know Before You Go email with everything you need to prepare for your trip.
In the registration form you can select your hotel nights. Please note, Oracle has reserved a block of rooms at the Koener Hotel, however, upon check in, you will be responsible for covering the cost of the hotel.
For any questions, please contact sydney.leopold@oracle.com
Nightly Cost: 245 EUR per night (plus taxes and resort fees, incidentals on own)
If you need to cancel your hotel reservation, please contact sydney.leopold@oracle.com 72 hours prior to your arrival, otherwise you will be responsible for the full cost of the rooms you reserved.
Check In: 4:00 PM. If you arrive earlier than your room is ready, concierge can check your luggage.
Check out: 11:00 AM
Please check with the hotel for parking availability
All parking costs will be at your own expense.
Information about parking at the track can be found here.
Oracle shuttles will be provided to and from the hotels at the specified times in the agenda.
If you will be going to the Circuit on your own, please notify sydney.leopold@oracle.com. An event team member will meet you at the gates to give you your ORBR Paddock Club pass as all passes are physical, not digital.
Oracle guests have ORBR Paddock Club passes to the Belgium Grand Prix. This gives you access to the ultimate vantage point on the track to watch the races, along with world class hospitality in a privatized and exclusive hospitality space overlooking the starting line. Outside of the ORBR Paddock Club, your pass gets you access to the general campus activities but not into other clubs or venues on campus.
Check out this link for additional details on all events at the Belgium Grand Prix.
To receive your ticket, you will need to meet the Event team at Koener hotel for breakfast each morning. Tickets are physical and different for each day. If you have any questions or issues, please contact sydney.leopold@oracle.com.
Oracle prepares for attendees with many dietary requirements and we will make an effort to accommodate any special request. We cannot guarantee the ability to fulfill every appeal that diverges from standard special needs (vegetarian, vegan, gluten/dairy free, etc.). Special meals are available on first come, first served basis, and some meals might be limited in quantity. Should you have any additional questions or requirements, please contact sydney.leopold@oracle.com.
Although there is not a dress code, we advise all guests to be dressed business/smart casual for the event along with wearing comfortable shoes.
At this exclusive event you’ll hear from both our Oracle Executives and the Oracle Red Bull Racing team. Unfortunately due to the high profile use case of our partnership with the team, slides will not be shared post-event.
The Oracle Code of Conduct can be found here.
For emergencies, please dial 112 or call our Oracle Security Team:
Glenn Murray: +44 7770 308004
We'd advise you to visit the Formula 1 official site for other popular queries. Our Events Team is also here to help, please contact Sydney Leopold at +1 413 265 6092.