Liam Lawson voices major F1 defence after Singapore dummy run

Liam Lawson has come to the defence of the Formula 1 sprint format following its debut in Singapore, which many viewed as a preparatory event for the Monaco Grand Prix in 2027. The race featured a notable incident where Lando Norris collided with his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri on the penultimate lap, highlighting the challenges of overtaking on the tight Singapore circuit.

Lawson acknowledged the difficulties of racing on street circuits, particularly with the new 2026 cars, which have made overtaking more complex. He expressed his enjoyment of the sprint format and the fun of driving on such tracks, while also pointing out that the similar straight-line performance of the cars limits overtaking opportunities. The sprint format is intended to enhance the excitement of racing, especially in venues with limited practice time.