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via Motorsport WeekMax Verstappen claims pole for Singapore Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix, marking his 50th career pole in Formula 1. The Red Bull driver expressed the need for one crucial detail to improve his chances of victory during the race.Sat 10 Oct · 16:45 UTCvia RaceFansHamilton admits set-up change spoiled car balance after missing out on pole position | Formula 1Lewis Hamilton disclosed that a last-minute set-up change negatively impacted his performance during the final part of qualifying for the Singapore Grand Prix. Despite being the fastest in the first two qualifying sessions, he ultimately finished third in Q3, missing out on pole position. Hamilton expressed that the car felt great in the earlier sessions, but the adjustments made to increase downforce led to a balance issue. He acknowledged the hard work of his team and mechanics but noted that the changes tipped the car's balance over the edge, affecting his final qualifying laps.Sat 10 Oct · 16:41 UTCvia Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton blames setup change for Singapore qualifyingLewis Hamilton has identified a crucial setup change that he believes cost him pole position during qualifying for the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix. The Scuderia Ferrari driver described the moment as a 'knife-edge' mistake that led to a disappointing outcome.Sat 10 Oct · 16:10 UTCvia f1oversteer.comJenson Button has ‘never’ seen Max Verstappen so ‘excited’ after claiming maiden Singapore GP poleMax Verstappen expressed immense joy after securing his first pole position at the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix, a milestone that also marked his 50th career pole in Formula 1. Jenson Button, commenting on Verstappen's performance, highlighted how excited the Dutch driver was, noting that it was a significant moment for him. Verstappen's achievement came after he won the Sprint race earlier in the weekend, and he is now aiming for his first victory at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. Button remarked on the close competition during qualifying, particularly with Lewis Hamilton, before Verstappen ultimately clinched pole. The Dutch driver is now focused on converting this pole position into a race win.Sat 10 Oct · 15:30 UTCvia RacingNews365Lewis Hamilton plans Ferrari strategy against VerstappenLewis Hamilton has indicated that he and Charles Leclerc may collaborate strategically to impede Max Verstappen's chances at the Singapore Grand Prix. Verstappen has yet to win at this circuit, prompting Hamilton's tactical approach.Sat 10 Oct · 14:56 UTCvia RaceFans2026 Singapore Grand Prix qualifying results announcedThe starting grid for the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix has been confirmed following the qualifying session. Notable performances and surprises have shaped the order for the race at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.Sat 10 Oct · 14:33 UTCvia f1oversteer.comMax Verstappen wins Singapore Grand Prix from pole positionMax Verstappen secured a commanding victory at the Singapore Grand Prix, marking his first win at this venue. The Red Bull driver converted his pole position into a dominant performance, with Charles Leclerc finishing in second place.Sat 10 Oct · 14:30 UTCvia Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton calls for Singapore track changes: “Would have been the most boring race without rain”Lewis Hamilton has called for changes to the Singapore track to enhance overtaking opportunities, stating that the recent sprint race was only exciting due to wet conditions. He noted that the current layout makes it difficult for drivers to overtake, suggesting the addition of a longer straight to improve racing dynamics. Hamilton's comments were echoed by fellow drivers Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, who also expressed concerns about holding sprint races on tracks where overtaking is nearly impossible. They highlighted that the current regulations and track designs do not facilitate competitive racing, advocating for a reevaluation of venues chosen for sprint events.Sat 10 Oct · 12:55 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 Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton celebrates breakthrough in push for African Grand PrixFormula 1 is making a significant return to the African continent, with Rwanda confirmed as the host for a Grand Prix by the 2030 season. This announcement marks the first race in Africa since 1993 and has surprised many in the motorsport community, especially as it bypasses the historic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in South Africa. Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time world champion and Ferrari driver, has been a strong advocate for an African race, stating that it is essential for the Formula 1 calendar. South Africa's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie, acknowledged Rwanda's successful bid while expressing hope that South Africa could still secure a race before 2030, emphasizing that the continent deserves more than one event.Sat 10 Oct · 11:03 UTCvia RacingNews3651 videoMcLaren'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 UTC26via 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 UTCvia gpfans.com1 videoKim Kardashian supports Lewis Hamilton at Singapore GPKim Kardashian made a surprise appearance at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix to cheer on her boyfriend, Lewis Hamilton. She was seen in the Ferrari garage during the event at Marina Bay.Sat 10 Oct · 09:49 UTCvia Motorsport WeekMax Verstappen wins 2026 Singapore Grand Prix sprintMax Verstappen secured victory in the sprint race at the 2026 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, held at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. Andrea Kimi Antonelli extended his championship lead to 89 points over George Russell despite finishing fourth.Sat 10 Oct · 09:38 UTCvia RaceFansWolff admits he mishandled 2016 title-decider between Hamilton and Rosberg | Formula 1Toto Wolff, the Mercedes team principal, has publicly admitted that he mishandled the situation during the 2016 title-deciding race between Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg. In that race, Hamilton attempted to slow down to help his chances of winning the championship, which required Rosberg to finish third or lower. Despite Hamilton winning the race, Rosberg ultimately clinched the championship. Wolff's comments reflect on the complexities of team dynamics and the pressures faced during such critical moments in Formula 1.Sat 10 Oct · 06:15 UTCvia gpfans.comLewis Hamilton accepts blame for Ferrari's Singapore errorLewis Hamilton has acknowledged his role in what he described as the 'wrong' decision regarding the timing of their sprint qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix. The incident has drawn attention to the strategic choices made by Ferrari during the event.Sat 10 Oct · 05:21 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 Motorsport.comMax Verstappen secures pole for Singapore Grand PrixMax Verstappen has achieved pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix after a strong performance in qualifying. The Red Bull driver topped the timesheets, continuing his impressive form following a recent victory.Fri 9 Oct · 18:06 UTCvia f1oversteer.comJolyon Palmer has seen proof Lewis Hamilton is finally taking ‘risks’ with his driving at FerrariLewis Hamilton's recent performance in Malaysia has drawn praise from Jolyon Palmer, who noted that Hamilton is finally taking risks with his driving in the Ferrari. Despite not winning the race, Hamilton's confidence and instinctive racing were highlighted, particularly during qualifying where he showcased significant improvements. Palmer remarked that Hamilton's ability to handle late braking and risky moves indicates a newfound trust in his car. This shift in Hamilton's approach comes after a challenging previous season, and as he prepares for the Singapore Grand Prix, there is optimism that he can continue this momentum and potentially secure another podium finish.Fri 9 Oct · 18:00 UTCvia PlanetF1‘My choice’ – Lewis Hamilton holds hands up after Singapore GP setbackLewis Hamilton acknowledged that his strategy choice for the SQ3 session at the Singapore Grand Prix did not yield the desired results, leading to a disappointing P6 starting position for the Sprint race. He expressed regret over the decision, stating that the car felt oversteery and lacked grip during his final lap, which ultimately hindered his performance. On the other hand, Charles Leclerc managed to qualify P3, indicating that he maximised his performance despite Ferrari's recent struggles with raw pace. Leclerc recognised the need for improvement but remained optimistic about the potential for better results in future sessions.Fri 9 Oct · 17:03 UTCvia f1technical.netVerstappen avoids penalty after Singapore Sprint QualifyingMax Verstappen has escaped a penalty following an investigation by the stewards regarding his overtaking of Lewis Hamilton under yellow flags during the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying. The Red Bull driver was summoned but ultimately received no punishment.Fri 9 Oct · 17:02 UTCvia F1iLewis Hamilton takes blame for Singapore Sprint qualifyingLewis Hamilton acknowledged that he made an incorrect decision regarding Ferrari's run plan during the Singapore Sprint qualifying. Despite a strong performance in Bahrain the previous weekend, Hamilton felt disappointed with his results in Singapore.Fri 9 Oct · 16:51 UTCvia Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton admits to qualifying mistake in SingaporeLewis Hamilton has acknowledged that he made the 'wrong choice' regarding the run plan during the SQ3 session of the Singapore Grand Prix qualifying. Despite Hamilton's struggles, Scuderia Ferrari's Charles Leclerc secured a strong position with a 1-2 finish in the second phase of qualifying.Fri 9 Oct · 16:06 UTCvia Crash1 videoLewis Hamilton calls Singapore GP strategy a painful lessonLewis Hamilton has described his strategy decision during the Singapore Grand Prix as a 'painful lesson' after finishing sixth. The Mercedes driver apologised to his Ferrari team for overriding their strategy call, which he acknowledged contributed to his disappointing result.Fri 9 Oct · 15:00 UTC