F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix App
Designing a scalable race-weekend app for 170,000+ fans.
Role: Product Design LeadCompany / Client: Yas Events / Abu Dhabi GPTimeline: Aug–Nov 2023 (3 months)Platform(s): iOS, Android
TL;DR
- Led the end-to-end design of the official Abu Dhabi Grand Prix app
- Consolidated tickets, schedules, maps, and live standings into one experience
- Used by 170,000+ attendees during race weekend
The Problem
Race weekend required fans to switch between multiple apps for tickets, schedules, and live standings—creating unnecessary friction during time-sensitive moments.
Key issues
- Live standings were separated from the core event experience
- Ticket access and entry flows were handled in a separate app
- Schedules, maps, and logistics were scattered across tools
Challenges & Constraints
We had to deliver a production-ready experience in a fixed launch window—while ensuring it performed reliably during peak, time-sensitive moments like entry scans and live sessions.
Tight Timeline
Fixed 3-month delivery window tied to race launch
Legacy Replacement
Needed to replace an existing app without losing adoption
High Scale
170K+ attendees with peak usage during live sessions
Scalability Requirement
Required to be scalable beyond Abu Dhabi for future Grand Prix events
Applied Design Principles
Every screen was optimized for quick scanning, low connectivity environments, and high concurrency—so critical actions remain clear and dependable when crowds peak.
Clarity under pressure
Large type, strong hierarchy, and glanceable modules for race-day conditions.
Consistency across surfaces
Shared patterns and components across iOS/Android for predictable navigation.
Energy of the event
Motion + F1-inspired visual cues that amplify excitement without sacrificing legibility.
First, we defined the top attendee goals
We aligned stakeholders on the few tasks that matter most on race weekend—so the product could stay focused, fast, and resilient under pressure.
Seamless Ticketing
Access, manage, and share tickets easily with secure QR codes.
Plan the Weekend
Explore schedules, concerts, and fan activities in one place.
Stay Updated
Follow live standings, get reminders, and never miss a moment.
Understanding user needs
We mapped the attendee journey from arrival → entry → sessions → after-hours, identifying moments where people need answers instantly (gate access, timing changes, wayfinding, and live updates).
Building a Unified Experience
We brought the core race-weekend essentials into a single home experience—so fans could find what’s next, get where they need to be, and stay in the moment without switching apps.
Home
Countdown & Hero
What’s happening next, plus timely promos and upgrades.
Featured cards
Fast access to tickets, fan zones, concerts, and key services.
Live standings
Always-visible session context during race moments.
Tickets
My tickets
Multi-day passes, entry rules, and scannable QR codes in one place.
Share tickets
Send access to friends/family with clear status + ownership.
QR code
Optimized for speed at gates with high-contrast scanning.
What’s On
Full schedule
The entire weekend agenda in one view.
Beyond racing
Concerts, fan experiences, and featured moments
Session details
Time, description, and location at a glance.
Account Access
Account Creation
Complete a simple form to register a new profile.
Ticket Access
Unlock tickets, add-ons, and event details after login.
Sign In Options
Log in with Apple, Google, Facebook, or email.
User Interface Kit.
To move fast and stay consistent, I created a reusable component system for cards, schedules, tickets, and navigation patterns—supporting both iOS and Android while preserving a unified visual language.
Reusable Components
Scalable system of reusable cards, buttons, and navigation patterns.
Cross-Platform Ready
Unified kit ensured a seamless experience across iOS and Android.
F1-Inspired Styling
Bold visuals, dynamic accents, and high contrast optimized for race-day use.
The Impact
A fully digital race weekend—tickets, maps, schedules, and updates in one place.
Faster entry flow
Description goes here
100%
digital tickets used for entry
10K+
downloads during race weekend
For the first time, every ticket, map, and update lived inside one app — making Yas Marina Circuit fully digital.
The app gave us exactly what we needed — a scalable solution we can now extend beyond Abu Dhabi.
The streamlined design made the race weekend experience seamless for our fans.
— Yas Events, Digital Team
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F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix App
Designing a scalable race-weekend app for 170,000+ fans.
Role: Product Design LeadCompany / Client: Yas Events / Abu Dhabi GPTimeline: Aug–Nov 2023 (3 months)Platform(s): iOS, Android
TL;DR
- Led the end-to-end design of the official Abu Dhabi Grand Prix app
- Consolidated tickets, schedules, maps, and live standings into one experience
- Used by 170,000+ attendees during race weekend
The Problem
Race weekend required fans to switch between multiple apps for tickets, schedules, and live standings—creating unnecessary friction during time-sensitive moments.
Key issues
- Live standings were separated from the core event experience
- Ticket access and entry flows were handled in a separate app
- Schedules, maps, and logistics were scattered across tools
Challenges & Constraints
We had to deliver a production-ready experience in a fixed launch window—while ensuring it performed reliably during peak, time-sensitive moments like entry scans and live sessions.
Tight Timeline
Fixed 3-month delivery window tied to race launch
Legacy Replacement
Needed to replace an existing app without losing adoption
High Scale
170K+ attendees with peak usage during live sessions
Scalability Requirement
Required to be scalable beyond Abu Dhabi for future Grand Prix events
Applied Design Principles
Every screen was optimized for quick scanning, low connectivity environments, and high concurrency—so critical actions remain clear and dependable when crowds peak.
Clarity under pressure
Large type, strong hierarchy, and glanceable modules for race-day conditions.
Consistency across surfaces
Shared patterns and components across iOS/Android for predictable navigation.
Energy of the event
Motion + F1-inspired visual cues that amplify excitement without sacrificing legibility.
First, we defined the top attendee goals
We aligned stakeholders on the few tasks that matter most on race weekend—so the product could stay focused, fast, and resilient under pressure.
Seamless Ticketing
Access, manage, and share tickets easily with secure QR codes.
Plan the Weekend
Explore schedules, concerts, and fan activities in one place.
Stay Updated
Follow live standings, get reminders, and never miss a moment.
Understanding user needs
We mapped the attendee journey from arrival → entry → sessions → after-hours, identifying moments where people need answers instantly (gate access, timing changes, wayfinding, and live updates).
Building a Unified Experience
We brought the core race-weekend essentials into a single home experience—so fans could find what’s next, get where they need to be, and stay in the moment without switching apps.
Home
Countdown & Hero
What’s happening next, plus timely promos and upgrades.
Featured cards
Fast access to tickets, fan zones, concerts, and key services.
Live standings
Always-visible session context during race moments.
Tickets
My tickets
Multi-day passes, entry rules, and scannable QR codes in one place.
Share tickets
Send access to friends/family with clear status + ownership.
QR code
Optimized for speed at gates with high-contrast scanning.
What’s On
Full schedule
The entire weekend agenda in one view.
Beyond racing
Concerts, fan experiences, and featured moments
Session details
Time, description, and location at a glance.
Account Access
Account Creation
Complete a simple form to register a new profile.
Ticket Access
Unlock tickets, add-ons, and event details after login.
Sign In Options
Log in with Apple, Google, Facebook, or email.
User Interface Kit.
To move fast and stay consistent, I created a reusable component system for cards, schedules, tickets, and navigation patterns—supporting both iOS and Android while preserving a unified visual language.
Reusable Components
Scalable system of reusable cards, buttons, and navigation patterns.
Cross-Platform Ready
Unified kit ensured a seamless experience across iOS and Android.
F1-Inspired Styling
Bold visuals, dynamic accents, and high contrast optimized for race-day use.
The Impact
A fully digital race weekend—tickets, maps, schedules, and updates in one place.
Faster entry flow
Description goes here
100%
digital tickets used for entry
10K+
downloads during race weekend
For the first time, every ticket, map, and update lived inside one app — making Yas Marina Circuit fully digital.
The app gave us exactly what we needed — a scalable solution we can now extend beyond Abu Dhabi.
The streamlined design made the race weekend experience seamless for our fans.
— Yas Events, Digital Team
Connect with us to explore your project's potential.
OFFICE
15 Candyland Lane 28010 San Francisco
CONTACT
(646) 555-4567
hello@figma.com
SOCIAL
F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix App
Designing a scalable race-weekend app for 170,000+ fans.
Role: Product Design LeadCompany / Client: Yas Events / Abu Dhabi GPTimeline: Aug–Nov 2023 (3 months)Platform(s): iOS, Android
TL;DR
- Led the end-to-end design of the official Abu Dhabi Grand Prix app
- Consolidated tickets, schedules, maps, and live standings into one experience
- Used by 170,000+ attendees during race weekend
The Problem
Race weekend required fans to switch between multiple apps for tickets, schedules, and live standings—creating unnecessary friction during time-sensitive moments.
Key issues
- Live standings were separated from the core event experience
- Ticket access and entry flows were handled in a separate app
- Schedules, maps, and logistics were scattered across tools
Challenges & Constraints
We had to deliver a production-ready experience in a fixed launch window—while ensuring it performed reliably during peak, time-sensitive moments like entry scans and live sessions.
Tight Timeline
Fixed 3-month delivery window tied to race launch
Legacy Replacement
Needed to replace an existing app without losing adoption
High Scale
170K+ attendees with peak usage during live sessions
Scalability Requirement
Required to be scalable beyond Abu Dhabi for future Grand Prix events
Applied Design Principles
Every screen was optimized for quick scanning, low connectivity environments, and high concurrency—so critical actions remain clear and dependable when crowds peak.
Clarity under pressure
Large type, strong hierarchy, and glanceable modules for race-day conditions.
Consistency across surfaces
Shared patterns and components across iOS/Android for predictable navigation.
Energy of the event
Motion + F1-inspired visual cues that amplify excitement without sacrificing legibility.
First, we defined the top attendee goals
We aligned stakeholders on the few tasks that matter most on race weekend—so the product could stay focused, fast, and resilient under pressure.
Seamless Ticketing
Access, manage, and share tickets easily with secure QR codes.
Plan the Weekend
Explore schedules, concerts, and fan activities in one place.
Stay Updated
Follow live standings, get reminders, and never miss a moment.
Understanding user needs
We mapped the attendee journey from arrival → entry → sessions → after-hours, identifying moments where people need answers instantly (gate access, timing changes, wayfinding, and live updates).
Building a Unified Experience
We brought the core race-weekend essentials into a single home experience—so fans could find what’s next, get where they need to be, and stay in the moment without switching apps.
Home
Countdown & Hero
What’s happening next, plus timely promos and upgrades.
Featured cards
Fast access to tickets, fan zones, concerts, and key services.
Live standings
Always-visible session context during race moments.
Tickets
My tickets
Multi-day passes, entry rules, and scannable QR codes in one place.
Share tickets
Send access to friends/family with clear status + ownership.
QR code
Optimized for speed at gates with high-contrast scanning.
What’s On
Full schedule
The entire weekend agenda in one view.
Session details
Time, description, and location at a glance.
Beyond racing
Concerts, fan experiences, and featured moments
Account Access
Sign In Options
Log in with Apple, Google, Facebook, or email.
Account Creation
Complete a simple form to register a new profile.
Ticket Access
Unlock tickets, add-ons, and event details after login.
User Interface Kit.
To move fast and stay consistent, I created a reusable component system for cards, schedules, tickets, and navigation patterns—supporting both iOS and Android while preserving a unified visual language.
Reusable Components
Scalable system of reusable cards, buttons, and navigation patterns.
Cross-Platform Ready
Unified kit ensured a seamless experience across iOS and Android.
F1-Inspired Styling
Bold visuals, dynamic accents, and high contrast optimized for race-day use.
The Impact
A fully digital race weekend—tickets, maps, schedules, and updates in one place.
Faster entry flow
Description goes here
100%
digital tickets used for entry
10K+
downloads during race weekend
For the first time, every ticket, map, and update lived inside one app — making Yas Marina Circuit fully digital.
The app gave us exactly what we needed — a scalable solution we can now extend beyond Abu Dhabi.
The streamlined design made the race weekend experience seamless for our fans.
— Yas Events, Digital Team
Connect with us to explore your project's potential.
OFFICE
15 Candyland Lane 28010 San Francisco
CONTACT
hello@figma.com
SOCIAL
