Max Verstappen jokes about coded messages as Red Bull plans first races for Gianpiero Lambiase’s successor

At the 2026 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen secured an impressive victory from pole position. This marks his second consecutive win of the season, following a perfect weekend that included triumph in the sprint race. The Dutch driver demonstrated a commanding performance throughout the race, holding off early challenges from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, who finished in second place, and Mercedes' Kimi Räikkönen, who claimed the final podium spot.

Verstappen had never won in Singapore before, and this win was particularly significant as he had come into the race weekend with the ambition to finish a perceived unfinished business. He praised his team's pace on the soft tyre, stating that it proved crucial for Red Bull's victory. The driver expressed his happiness with the outcome, remarking that it was a good race that went well for them.

Kimi Räikkönen's podium finish extended his championship lead over teammate George Russell to 102 points. The 14th podium of Räikkönen's season left him surprised, as he questioned whether he could truly win the title. However, he emphasized the need to focus on doing their best in the remaining races and finishing the championship. Lewis Hamilton, who started the race on the grid's third position, struggled with his tyres and ultimately dropped to sixth place behind the McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.