George Russell won the Singapore GP, with Max Verstappen finishing second and Lando Norris third, as the race saw intense battles and strategic moves, including a notable performance from McLaren and ongoing driver rivalries.
Both Williams drivers, Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz, were disqualified from the Singapore Grand Prix qualifying due to their rear wings exceeding the maximum allowed gap during post-qualifying checks, violating FIA technical regulations. Williams acknowledged the issue and expressed disappointment, vowing to review their processes to prevent future incidents.
Williams drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz were disqualified from the Singapore Grand Prix qualifying for a DRS technical infringement involving the rear wing, but will start from the back of the grid. The team accepted the FIA's measurement results and plans to review its procedures to prevent future issues.
Red Bull appears competitive at Singapore, with Max Verstappen showing strong lap times and potential for race performance, while other teams like Aston Martin and Mercedes also display promising signs. The session was affected by red flags, making it difficult to draw definitive conclusions, but the overall pace suggests a competitive front for the upcoming race.
Carlos Sainz topped the third practice session for the F1 Singapore GP, with Lando Norris in third and Max Verstappen in fourth. Sainz's time held up despite late challenges from Russell and Norris. Ferrari waited for the track temperature to drop before sending their drivers out for qualifying simulations. Verstappen struggled with traction and experimented with upshifts throughout the session. Sergio Perez also struggled with his car's rear end, while Valtteri Bottas will be investigated for not following pit entry directions.