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Haze Adds a New Test to F1’s Singapore Weekend
Singapore’s toughest challenges usually begin behind the wheel. This week, another concern is drawing attention before the first practice session.
Russell’s Sepang Failure Is Set to Cost Him Again in Singapore
Last year’s Singapore winner returns with little room for another setback. A consequence of his Sepang retirement now threatens his weekend before it begins.
Singapore’s First Sprint Takes the Night Race Into Daylight
Marina Bay’s first Sprint brings a different setting to a familiar challenge. With only one practice session, teams have little time to work out what carries over after sunset.
Singapore’s Soft Tires Could Be More Than a Qualifying Weapon
A familiar one-stop race may have room for a different approach. Evidence from three recent Grands Prix has given Pirelli a reason to reconsider Singapore’s usual Sunday choices.
Audi Turns Singapore’s Heritage Into a Special F1 Livery
Audi’s one-off Singapore design combines a blue-shimmer finish with traditional Peranakan patterns, bringing the host city’s light and heritage onto the R26.
From 18th to the Podium: Hamilton Makes His Second Chance Count
Lewis Hamilton fell from second to 18th after Ferrari’s slick-tire gamble failed. Safety Cars opened the door, and a late pass on Isack Hadjar secured third at Sepang.
From Last on the Grid to a Last-Lap Point: Lindblad’s Sepang Fightback
Arvid Lindblad started last and passed Nico Hülkenberg on the final lap to finish tenth at Sepang, completing a seven-point afternoon for Racing Bulls.
Verstappen Takes First Win of 2026 in Rain-Hit Bahrain GP at Sepang
Max Verstappen claimed his first win of 2026 in a rain-disrupted Bahrain GP at Sepang. Antonelli finished second, Hamilton recovered to third, and Russell retired late.
Aston Martin Finally Gets Both Cars Into Q2 on Its Best Saturday of 2026
Alonso qualified 12th and Stroll 14th at Sepang, delivering Aston Martin’s first double-Q2 appearance of 2026. Both drivers achieved their best qualifying positions of the season.
Mercedes Expected Three Tenths. Wolff Is Asking Where the Pace Went.
Mercedes expected its Sepang upgrades to deliver three tenths. After qualifying fourth and eighth, Wolff pointed to straight-line losses and unexpected understeer.
Verstappen Takes First Pole of 2026 at Sepang, Hamilton Second
Verstappen claimed his first pole of 2026 at Sepang, beating Hamilton by 0.298 seconds. Hadjar qualified third but faces a five-place grid penalty.
Leclerc Tops FP2. So Why Is He Watching Red Bull?
Leclerc topped FP2 at Sepang, but Hadjar’s imperfect lap and Verstappen’s pace on medium tires left him watching Red Bull closely.
Audi Reveals Its Next Big F1 Investment: A New Hinwil Campus
Audi has unveiled plans for a new Hinwil campus, with completion scheduled for 2030. The existing factory will retain a key manufacturing and wind-tunnel role.
Mercedes Brought More Downforce. Sepang’s Tires Are Blunting the Benefit.
Mercedes brought more downforce to Sepang, but overheating tires limited the benefit. Friday’s bigger concern was sustaining competitive pace over longer runs.
Sepang’s Grid Is Already Changing Before Qualifying Begins.
Lindblad faces a back-of-the-grid start, Hadjar expects a five-place drop, and Colapinto carries his Baku penalty into Sepang. Here’s what each setback means.
Verstappen’s Birthday Wish? A Win Before the Year Is Out.
Max Verstappen has turned 29, but his first Grand Prix win of 2026 is still missing. After consecutive second-place finishes, he wants Red Bull’s progress to deliver more.