Verstappen takes first Singapore Grand Prix win
Charles Leclerc finished second and Kimi Antonelli third, with Antonelli extending his championship advantage over George Russell to 102 points.
Max Verstappen claimed his first victory in Singapore on October 11, 2026, taking Red Bull from pole position to the win at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. It was his second consecutive Grand Prix victory, following a sprint win during the same weekend.
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc challenged Verstappen early but could not displace him from the lead, finishing second. Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli completed the podium in third.
Antonelli's championship advantage over Mercedes teammate George Russell increased to 102 points. After recording his 14th podium of the season, the Italian is mathematically able to secure the title at the next round in Austin. He expressed surprise at that possibility and said his focus remained on delivering the best possible weekend.
Verstappen said he had sufficient pace on soft tyres when required, though the medium tyres had proved more difficult. He described the last two races as positive for Red Bull.
Lewis Hamilton started third for Ferrari but finished sixth. Tyre struggles left him vulnerable late in the race, when McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri both passed him.
