Verstappen Hopes to Get the One Issue Right as Hadjar’s Struggles Continues

Max Verstappen aims to clinch a clean sweep on the F1 Singapore GP circuit, despite Isack Hadjar's ongoing struggles. After securing pole position in both the sprint and main qualifying, Verstappen set the stage for a potential victory at a track he has yet to win. He does not consider the sprint a win, so he is eagerly awaiting a strong performance on Sunday after a successful Saturday, where he earned his 50th career pole.

Verstappen expressed satisfaction with being on pole, stating that it's always good to be first, and highlighted the car's performance as being in the right window throughout the weekend. He noted a slower track due to wet conditions and rubber wear, but emphasized the importance of getting the starts right for securing the win, as Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton pose a challenge.

Verstappen admitted that there is no strong area for the team and that they need to work on improving their starts. Hadjar, Verstappen's teammate, continues to face issues, including a gearbox problem that derailed his qualifying and prevented him from making any laps in the Singapore GP. Hadjar expressed frustration with the multiple mechanical issues he encountered during the weekend, stating that it's hard to learn anything when the car doesn't allow for testing.

He also lamented the F1 sprint weekends, feeling that they make it impossible to effectively work on the car and learn from their mistakes.