Max Verstappen wins Singapore GP as Kimi Antonelli moves closer to title
Red Bull's Max Verstappen dominated the Singapore Grand Prix as he won from pole at the Marina Bay Street Circuit on Sunday for his second straight victory of the season. Verstappen had a few complaints about the circuit, lamenting the lack of overtaking opportunities, but enjoyed a near perfect weekend as he also won the Sprint race. It was a memorable way for the four-time world champion to…
Max Verstappen secured victory in the Singapore Grand Prix, claiming his second consecutive win of the season at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. The Red Bull driver, who celebrated his 250th grand prix weekend, wrestled control from start, overcoming an early challenge from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. Verstappen, who had never won in Singapore before, praised the team's performance, citing his car's superiority on the soft tyre.
Ferrari's Leclerc secured second place, while Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli finished third, extending his championship lead over team-mate George Russell to 102 points. Antonelli confirmed he holds a mathematical chance of winning the world title at the upcoming Austin race, urging his team to deliver more results as they push towards the end of the year.
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