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Verstappen beats Ferraris to Singapore pole

Verstappen beats Ferraris to Singapore pole

Summary

Max Verstappen won the pole position at the Singapore Grand Prix by setting the fastest qualifying time. He also won the sprint race earlier the same day, beating Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. George Russell will start at the back of the grid because of a penalty.

Key Facts

  • Max Verstappen took pole position with a time of 1:31.373.
  • Charles Leclerc finished second in qualifying, just 0.054 seconds behind Verstappen.
  • Lewis Hamilton qualified third but had difficulty improving on his second lap.
  • Kimi Antonelli was fourth, followed by Lando Norris in fifth.
  • George Russell qualified sixth but will start last due to a penalty for using too many engine parts.
  • Verstappen won the sprint race before qualifying, maintaining strong form.
  • Drivers from teams Red Bull, Ferrari, Mercedes, McLaren, Alpine, and Racing Bulls made up the top 10 qualifiers.
  • The Singapore Grand Prix race is scheduled for Sunday, 11 October at 13:00 BST.
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