Max Verstappen won the Singapore F1 Sprint Race. The sprint at Marina Bay Circuit on 10 October 2026 was chaotic. Rain delayed the start and several cars retired.
This is Verstappen’s first win of any kind in Singapore. He finished ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. Nine cars retired, a record for sprint races.
How the race unfolded
The start was delayed by more than 30 minutes due to heavy rain. The track was wet. George Russell took the lead at the start but crashed at the end of the first lap. Verstappen then took over and held the lead to the finish.
Lewis Hamilton made a strong start and moved from sixth to second. Charles Leclerc finished third. Both Ferrari cars made the podium.
Top 8 results
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
- Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
- Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)
- Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls)
- Oliver Bearman (Haas)
- Nico Hulkenberg (Audi)
- Lando Norris (McLaren)
Only 13 cars reached the finish line. The rest retired.
Key moments
The biggest incident came on the final lap when the two McLarens collided. Lando Norris tried to pass Oscar Piastri, but both cars spun. Piastri retired and Norris recovered to finish eighth.
After George Russell crashed out of the lead, Kimi Antonelli benefited. Antonelli finished fourth and extended his championship lead over Russell.
Verstappen said after the race that he wants to win the main Grand Prix tomorrow. The sprint win is good, but the real target is Sunday’s race.
Championship impact
Kimi Antonelli’s lead over Russell is now around 89 points. Hamilton remains third. Verstappen has also moved up in the points.
The main Singapore Grand Prix is still to come. Wet conditions and the night race could produce more surprises.
Advice:
If you follow F1, watch the main race tomorrow. The chaos in the sprint could make Sunday even more interesting. Keep an eye on Verstappen, Hamilton and Antonelli. Check results from official F1 channels or trusted sports sites.
FAQ
Who won the Singapore F1 sprint race?
Max Verstappen.
Who finished second and third?
Lewis Hamilton second, Charles Leclerc third.
How many cars retired?
Nine cars retired.
What happened to George Russell?
He crashed out of the lead on the first lap.
When did the McLarens collide?
On the final lap, Norris and Piastri made contact.
Sources: BBC Sport, Reuters, Sky Sports, Official F1 reports.
The Marina Bay Circuit night race has always been special. Bright lights, a wet track and tight corners increase the chances of both overtakes and mistakes. That is why so many cars retired in the sprint.
Verstappen’s win is significant because he had never won in Singapore before. He now looks like a strong contender for the main race tomorrow.
This has been an action-packed weekend for F1 fans. Qualifying and the Grand Prix are still ahead. Track conditions and strategy will decide Sunday’s result.
