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via Formula1.com'We are where we should be' – Norris on Singapore QualifyingLando Norris and Oscar Piastri of McLaren shared their thoughts on their qualifying performance for the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix. Norris secured fifth place on the grid, expressing that this position reflects their current capabilities, as they continue to struggle to match the pace of the leading teams. He highlighted the challenges of driving the car to its limits without risking a crash, while also acknowledging the gap to polesitter Max Verstappen.
Piastri, who finished seventh in qualifying, will start sixth due to a grid penalty for George Russell. He mentioned that the MCL40 lacked the performance needed to compete with Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes. Despite some mistakes during the session, Piastri remains hopeful for improvement in the race. Both drivers are focused on maximizing their performance in the upcoming race despite the difficulties faced during qualifying.
Formula1.comSat 10 Oct · 15:54 UTC
via RacingNews365Lando Norris avoids penalty for crash with Oscar PiastriThe stewards have decided not to penalise Lando Norris for his collision with McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri during the final lap of the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint. Norris had claimed he saw a gap and attempted to overtake, resulting in the incident that took both drivers out of the race.
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via PlanetF1FIA confirms Lance Stroll decision after Sergio Perez incidentThe FIA has confirmed that Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll will not face any penalties following a collision with Cadillac's Sergio Perez during the Singapore Grand Prix sprint race. The incident occurred on the opening lap when both drivers made contact at Turn 16, leading to their retirements from the race.
After an investigation, the stewards concluded that Stroll took a reasonable line into the corner and was not at fault. Stroll expressed uncertainty about the incident, while Perez acknowledged the missed opportunity and explained his perspective on the collision.
PlanetF1Sat 10 Oct · 13:07 UTC
via gpfans.comLance Stroll gives three-word interview after new Aston Martin nightmare at F1 Singapore Grand PrixLance Stroll and Aston Martin experienced another challenging day at the Singapore Grand Prix, marked by a significant software issue that impacted their qualifying performance. Stroll was unable to improve his lap time due to the failure to reactivate Overtake Mode after a red flag, resulting in his elimination from the session.
In a brief post-session interview, Stroll managed only three words, expressing his feelings about the situation. Despite the disappointment, he maintained a positive demeanor, leaving the interview with a smile. The team is now contemplating whether to protest the circumstances surrounding their qualifying performance.
gpfans.comSat 10 Oct · 12:45 UTC
via PlanetF1McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri avoid penaltiesLando Norris and Oscar Piastri of McLaren will not face penalties following their collision during the final lap of the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint. The FIA confirmed the decision after an investigation into the incident.PlanetF1+ 1 moreSat 10 Oct · 11:47 UTC
via Formula1.comNorris and Piastri share views on Singapore collisionLando Norris and Oscar Piastri of McLaren have expressed their thoughts on their last-lap collision during the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint. Both drivers described their feelings as 'unbothered' following the incident, while the FIA has launched an investigation into the clash.Formula1.com+ 2 moreSat 10 Oct · 11:29 UTC
via 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.
F1iSat 10 Oct · 11:16 UTC
via RacingNews3651 videoNorris defends overtaking move after Piastri collisionLando Norris has defended his overtaking attempt on Oscar Piastri that led to their collision during the final lap of the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint. Both McLaren drivers are now under investigation following the incident, which resulted in a missed points opportunity for the team.RacingNews365+ 10 moreSat 10 Oct · 10:30 UTC36
via 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.
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via gpfans.comLando Norris 'more embarrassing' than F1 rival, claims Ralf SchumacherRalf Schumacher has publicly criticised Lando Norris for a near-miss incident during the Bahrain Grand Prix, where Norris failed to notice slowing cars ahead, nearly colliding with his McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri. This incident resulted in Norris dropping from seventh to ninth place in the race.
Schumacher highlighted the embarrassment of Norris's situation, especially given that it followed Norris's earlier call for a ban on Franco Colapinto after a separate incident at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Schumacher suggested that Norris should have handled the situation more sportingly and acknowledged his mistake, indicating that everyone is capable of making errors.gpfans.comFri 9 Oct · 18:57 UTC
via Formula1.comPiastri and Norris share views on Sprint QualifyingOscar Piastri and Lando Norris of McLaren expressed differing opinions on the challenges of Sprint Qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix. The pair finished fourth and fifth respectively in the event, highlighting their contrasting perspectives on the format.Formula1.comFri 9 Oct · 15:33 UTC
via Motorsport.comAston Martin considers protest over Singapore qualifyingAston Martin is contemplating a protest following a race control error during the sprint qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix that resulted in power discrepancies among drivers. Carlos Sainz has also criticised the FIA for the 'human error' that affected the performance of the cars.Motorsport.com+ 1 moreFri 9 Oct · 15:31 UTC
via Motorsport WeekMax Verstappen claims unexpected pole in Singapore SprintMax Verstappen of Red Bull Racing secured pole position for the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix Sprint race, narrowly beating George Russell. The result comes amid an investigation into an incident during the qualifying session.
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via Motorsport.comFIA admits human error affected Singapore sprint qualifyingThe FIA has acknowledged that a human error contributed to issues during the sprint qualifying session for the Singapore Grand Prix. This admission follows a separate software glitch that disrupted timing and scoring for several drivers.Motorsport.com+ 3 moreFri 9 Oct · 14:42 UTC
via RaceFans1 videoMax Verstappen secures pole for Singapore sprint raceMax Verstappen has achieved pole position for the sprint race at the Singapore Grand Prix, marking his first time at the Marina Bay circuit. The Red Bull driver will be joined on the front row by George Russell.
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Wikimedia Commons · Steffen Prößdorf · CC BY-SA 4.0Charles LECLERC takes sprint pole in SingaporeCharles LECLERC takes sprint pole with a 1:31.568 — 0.019s clear of Lando NORRIS — live from Singapore, Singapore.Pit Lane Daily EditorialFri 9 Oct · 13:36 UTC
via RacingNews365Max Verstappen cleared of yellow flag breach in SingaporeMax Verstappen will not face any penalties following an investigation into a potential yellow flag infringement during sprint qualifying for the Singapore Grand Prix. The FIA stewards determined that Verstappen did not commit any wrongdoing, allowing him to retain his pole position.RacingNews365+ 7 moreFri 9 Oct · 12:56 UTC
via RacingNews365Sergio Perez blames others for Singapore sprint crashSergio Perez has pointed an 'aggressive' finger of blame for his crash during the sprint qualifying session at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. The incident led to the first red flag of the Singapore Grand Prix weekend.RacingNews365+ 1 moreFri 9 Oct · 12:45 UTC
via Motorsport.comOscar Piastri exposes the reality behind McLaren’s massive drop in paceOscar Piastri has acknowledged that McLaren's MCL40 is facing significant setup issues, which contributed to a disappointing performance at the Sepang International Circuit, where he managed to secure only a sixth-place finish. The team is currently trailing 240 points behind Mercedes in the Constructors' Championship, highlighting the urgency for improvements ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix.
During media sessions, Piastri discussed the impact of track surface on car performance, confirming that while the roughness of the Sepang track affected aerodynamics, it was not the sole reason for their lack of competitiveness. He expressed optimism for the upcoming race in Singapore, hoping the different track conditions will allow the team to find a better setup and improve their pace.Motorsport.comFri 9 Oct · 11:31 UTC
via CrashGeorge Russell tops Singapore Grand Prix practice sessionGeorge Russell achieved the fastest time in the sole practice session for the Singapore Grand Prix, leading ahead of Charles Leclerc from Ferrari and Lando Norris from McLaren. The Mercedes driver set the pace as teams prepared for the upcoming race.
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via RacingNews3651 videoGeorge Russell fastest in Singapore Grand Prix practiceGeorge Russell topped the timesheets in the only practice session for the Singapore Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris. The Mercedes driver showcased strong performance, indicating a competitive edge ahead of the upcoming Sprint Qualifying.RacingNews365+ 6 moreFri 9 Oct · 09:38 UTC
via newsonf1.comSergio Perez supports James Vowles' cost-cap proposalSergio Perez has expressed his support for James Vowles' initiative to reform the Formula 1 budget cap, stating that the current regulations can hinder smaller teams. However, Vowles' proposal is facing opposition from several of the sport's leading teams.newsonf1.com+ 1 moreFri 9 Oct · 06:19 UTC
via RacingNews365Oscar Piastri claims Red Bull made stealthy car changesOscar Piastri has suggested that Red Bull Racing has implemented subtle modifications to Max Verstappen's car, contributing to their recent performance improvements. The McLaren driver noted that these changes may have gone unnoticed but have significantly impacted Red Bull's competitiveness against Mercedes.RacingNews365+ 1 moreThu 8 Oct · 21:00 UTC
via PlanetF1Oscar Piastri calls Red Bull the class of the fieldOscar Piastri has stated that Red Bull has become 'the class of the field' in Formula 1, alongside Mercedes. This assessment follows a significant upgrade to Red Bull's RB22, which has impacted the competitive landscape as McLaren appears to be losing ground.PlanetF1+ 1 moreThu 8 Oct · 17:58 UTC