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via f1oversteer.comRUMOURTed Kravitz has 'heard' when Max Verstappen's race engineer could now leave Red Bull for McLarenMcLaren is reportedly looking to expedite the arrival of Gianpiero Lambiase, currently Max Verstappen's race engineer, to their team ahead of the originally planned 2028 season. Ted Kravitz revealed that Zak Brown is working on a deal with Red Bull to facilitate this move sooner than expected. Lambiase was initially set to leave Red Bull at the end of the current season and undergo a year of gardening leave before joining McLaren. However, it appears that McLaren is willing to pay a fee to break this arrangement, as Red Bull has already identified Tom McCullough as Lambiase's successor.Sat 10 Oct · 12:30 UTCvia Formula1.comHamilton delighted with ‘mega start’ in Singapore SprintLewis Hamilton expressed his delight after finishing P2 in the Singapore Sprint, having started from P6. He executed an impressive start in wet conditions, overtaking multiple drivers and benefiting from George Russell's early retirement to secure his podium position, finishing just behind Max Verstappen. Charles Leclerc, Hamilton's teammate at Ferrari, finished P3 but faced challenges with his intermediate tyres, leading to complaints about degradation. Despite these issues, Leclerc managed to fend off late challenges from McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, who collided on the final lap, allowing Leclerc to maintain his podium finish.Sat 10 Oct · 12:01 UTCvia Formula1.comMax Verstappen warns Red Bull over race start issuesMax Verstappen expressed concerns about Red Bull's race start performance following his victory in the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint. The four-time world champion highlighted that a poor start could jeopardise their chances in the main race.Sat 10 Oct · 11:44 UTCvia CrashVerstappen criticises sprint races at non-passing tracksMax Verstappen has expressed his discontent with Formula 1's choice to hold sprint races at venues where overtaking is difficult, specifically mentioning the Singapore circuit. The reigning champion stated that such decisions undermine the competitive nature of the sport.Sat 10 Oct · 11:38 UTCvia racer.com1 videoStella criticises Norris and Piastri collisionMcLaren team principal Andrea Stella stated that the collision between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri during the sprint race was "simply not acceptable". Norris defended his actions, claiming he had "the right to go for the gap" that resulted in the incident.Sat 10 Oct · 14:42 UTCvia Formula1.comNorris and Piastri avoid penalties after Singapore clashLando Norris and Oscar Piastri have both escaped punishment following their collision on the final lap of the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint. The McLaren drivers shared their thoughts on the incident, describing themselves as 'unbothered' by the shunt.Sat 10 Oct · 11:29 UTCvia F1iNorris defends controversial move on Piastri: ‘The move was on’Lando Norris has defended his last-lap attempt to overtake teammate Oscar Piastri during the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint, claiming that 'the move was on'. The collision between the two McLaren cars resulted in Piastri's retirement and left Norris finishing in eighth place, earning only one point for the team. This incident has raised questions about whether Norris's determination to pass Piastri turned a manageable situation into an avoidable crash. Both drivers were in a position to score valuable points for McLaren, but the collision resulted in a loss of eight points for the team. Piastri expressed frustration over the damage caused and the additional workload for the mechanics, while Norris's insistence on the legitimacy of his move suggests he may not fully concede fault. The stewards are now investigating the incident, and McLaren is focused on repairing the cars in time for qualifying.Sat 10 Oct · 11:16 UTCvia RacingNews365McLaren's Norris and Piastri clash deemed unacceptableMcLaren team principal Andrea Stella described the collision between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri during the Singapore sprint race as "simply not acceptable." The incident, which occurred on the final lap, resulted in both drivers losing the opportunity for a strong points finish, but the FIA opted not to impose any penalties.Sat 10 Oct · 10:30 UTC63via RacingNews365Verstappen wins Singapore GP Sprint after Russell crashMax Verstappen secured victory in the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint after starting from pole position. George Russell, who briefly led the race, crashed out at the end of the first lap following a heavy downpour.Sat 10 Oct · 10:18 UTCvia CrashMax Verstappen wins Singapore Sprint after Russell crashMax Verstappen secured his first victory at the Marina Bay Street Circuit during the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint, converting pole position into a win. The race was marked by George Russell crashing out from the lead, contributing to a chaotic event affected by wet weather.Sat 10 Oct · 10:17 UTC36via RacingNews365George Russell crashes out of lead in Singapore SprintGeorge Russell admitted that his overly confident driving led to a crash during the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint, where he was in the lead. The incident occurred on the opening lap, resulting in a safety car deployment and ending Russell's chances of victory.Sat 10 Oct · 09:46 UTC29via CrashMax Verstappen wins Singapore Grand Prix sprint raceMax Verstappen secured victory in the sprint race at the Singapore Grand Prix, overtaking George Russell during the event. This win further solidifies Verstappen's position at the top of the Formula 1 championship standings.Sat 10 Oct · 09:38 UTCvia Motorsport.comMercedes drivers speak out after bitterly divided F1 qualifying session in SingaporeDuring the qualifying session for the Singapore Grand Prix, Mercedes drivers George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli experienced starkly different outcomes. Russell, using an older vehicle specification, secured second place on the grid, while Antonelli, in a heavily upgraded car, struggled and qualified seventh. Despite facing an engine penalty that will push him to the back for the main race, Russell remains optimistic about his chances in the Sprint race. Antonelli, who leads the Drivers' Championship, expressed frustration over his performance and is seeking answers to improve his car's handling. With strict parc fermé rules limiting adjustments, he and his engineering team are focusing on data analysis to enhance performance. The contrasting results highlight the internal challenges faced by the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team as they navigate the complexities of their car upgrades.Sat 10 Oct · 08:33 UTCvia Motorsport Week1 videoMax Verstappen wins 2026 Singapore Grand Prix sprintMax Verstappen secured victory in the sprint race at the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix, held at the Marina Bay Circuit. The win allowed Andrea Kimi Antonelli to extend his drivers' championship lead to 89 points over George Russell.Sat 10 Oct · 10:18 UTCvia f1oversteer.comMax Verstappen reveals how Red Bull really feel about his ‘harsh’ criticism of their 2026 F1 carMax Verstappen has openly critiqued his Red Bull car throughout the 2026 Formula One season, expressing dissatisfaction with its performance. Despite his harsh evaluations, he clarified that the Red Bull team understands his intentions are not personal, as they share the common goal of enhancing competitiveness. Verstappen noted that the team has made significant updates to the car, which have helped him regain his rhythm on the track. While he is currently satisfied with the improvements, he remains non-committal about his future with Red Bull, indicating that the pressure is on the team to deliver a competitive car for the 2027 season.Sat 10 Oct · 08:00 UTCvia RacingNews365Max Verstappen secures crucial pole position in SingaporeMax Verstappen achieved pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix after a closely contested qualifying session. Red Bull Racing described his decisive one-lap gamble as crucial to his success.Sat 10 Oct · 04:30 UTCvia RaceFansOn This Day: Bottas wins as Verstappen regains points lead from Hamilton | BriefOn October 10, 2021, Valtteri Bottas achieved his 10th career win at the Turkish Grand Prix, marking his most recent victory. Max Verstappen secured second place, allowing him to regain the championship lead from Lewis Hamilton, who faced a challenging race starting from 11th due to a penalty and ultimately finished fifth. Esteban Ocon managed to clinch the final point in 10th position, notably without making a pit stop and using the same set of intermediates throughout the race. His performance was aided by teammate Antonio Giovinazzi, who did not follow team instructions to let Kimi Raikkonen pass, impacting the race dynamics.Fri 9 Oct · 23:01 UTCvia f1technical.netMax Verstappen takes pole for Singapore Grand Prix SprintMax Verstappen achieved pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint, narrowly beating George Russell in a competitive qualifying session. Meanwhile, Russell's Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli faced challenges, finishing significantly behind in the qualifying results.Fri 9 Oct · 22:00 UTCvia f1technical.netRussell and Antonelli offer their initial verdict on Mercedes' technical comparision at SingaporeMercedes has continued its investigation into its latest upgrade package by splitting its car specifications for the Singapore Grand Prix, with George Russell reverting to the configuration that helped him secure pole position and victory in Baku, while Kimi Antonelli retained the new developments.Fri 9 Oct · 22:00 UTCvia Motorsport.comNorris has no excuse for Singapore qualifying gapLando Norris acknowledged he has "no excuse" for his performance during the sprint qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix, where he finished seventh. In contrast, his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri qualified fourth, highlighting a notable difference in their results.Fri 9 Oct · 21:05 UTCvia RacingNews365Max Verstappen avoids grid penalty as FIA criticised after latest controversy – RacingNews365 ReviewMax Verstappen has avoided a grid penalty following a yellow-flag infringement during the sprint qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix. This decision comes amidst criticism directed at the FIA, particularly from Carlos Sainz, who expressed concerns over perceived inequities in the governing body's rulings. In addition to Verstappen's situation, Lewis Hamilton acknowledged his own error during the sprint qualifying, which he believes affected his performance. The FIA also revealed that a significant human error in race control contributed to the issues faced during the qualifying session, while Sergio Perez pointed to mechanical problems as the cause of his crash.Fri 9 Oct · 20:00 UTCvia f1technical.netRussell reveals what "made it easier to extract the performance" in Singapore sprint ...George Russell expressed satisfaction with Mercedes' performance after qualifying second for the Singapore Sprint, just behind Max Verstappen. He noted that returning to an older version of the upgrade package contributed positively to his speed, while his teammate Kimi Antonelli struggled with the latest specifications. Russell highlighted the importance of the start position for the upcoming Sprint, recalling previous races where grip differences affected outcomes. He aims to maintain his position and challenge for victory, acknowledging the competitive nature of the Marina Bay Street Circuit.Fri 9 Oct · 19:04 UTCvia Formula1.comVerstappen shows strong form in Singapore Sprint QualifyingMax Verstappen demonstrated impressive pace during Sprint Qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix, positioning himself as a formidable contender. Both Mercedes teams were highlighted as significant players in the event, with various drivers sharing their insights on the action at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.Fri 9 Oct · 18:09 UTCvia F1iSingapore GP: Friday's action in picturesMax Verstappen achieved sprint pole position at the Singapore Grand Prix with an impressive final lap, outperforming George Russell who finished in second place. Charles Leclerc from Ferrari completed the top three, setting the stage for an exciting race at Marina Bay. This sprint qualifying marks a significant moment in the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship, highlighting Verstappen's strong form as he continues to build on his recent successes. The anticipation for the main race on Saturday remains high as teams prepare for the challenges ahead.Fri 9 Oct · 17:30 UTC