Max Verstappen claimed pole for the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix after dominating the rain‑impacted sprint, edging Charles Leclerc by 0.054 seconds in the qualifying session.
Grid positions and notable penalties
With Verstappen starting from the front, Lewis Hamilton occupies third for Ferrari while championship leader Kimi Antonelli claims fourth place. Lando Norris holds fifth ahead of George Russell, who falls to the back of the grid due to a power‑unit penalty. Oscar Piastri starts from seventh, followed by Pierre Gasly, Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad in the top ten.
Broadcasting and live coverage
In the United States, all F1 sessions for the season are exclusive to Apple TV, complemented by the global F1 TV subscription service. British viewers receive live coverage from Sky Sports, with livestream options via Sky Go or NOW and free highlights on Channel 4. Motorsport.com will also provide real‑time updates throughout the weekend.
Full event timetable
- Friday, 9 Oct – Free practice 1 at 16:30 SGT
- Friday, 9 Oct – Sprint qualifying at 20:30 SGT
- Saturday, 10 Oct – Sprint race at 17:00 SGT
- Saturday, 10 Oct – Qualifying at 21:00 SGT
- Sunday, 11 Oct – Singapore Grand Prix at 20:00 SGT (8:00 ET / 13:00 BST)
Weather outlook for Sunday
Temperatures are expected to hover between 28 – 29 °C, with humidity reaching 75 – 80 percent, creating an apparent heat of around 35 °C. Light winds mean heat, humidity, tire wear and driver stamina will dominate the race conditions. Sporadic showers remain a possibility earlier in the day, though a wet race is unlikely.
Marina Bay Street Circuit characteristics
The Marina Bay circuit is a tight, low‑speed street layout with walls close to the racing line, demanding precise traction and sharp concentration. Its high ambient temperatures and steady humidity add extra stress to both cars and drivers, especially in a race that can exceed two hours.
Saturday’s highlights and footage
Photos from Saturday’s sprint and races showcase the action across the track.
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