{
  "id": 13009492,
  "title": "Bring on the rain! Hamilton wants wet Singapore GP after Sepang masterclass",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/bring-on-the-rain-hamilton-wants-wet-singapore-gp-after-sepang",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-09T02:28:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/sports/2026/10/09/bring-on-the-rain-hamilton-wants-wet-singapore-gp-after-sepang-masterclass/238340"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lewis Hamilton expressed his desire for a wet Singapore Grand Prix after experiencing success in adverse weather conditions during the Malaysian Grand Prix last week. At the Sepang circuit, Hamilton struggled to progress on the slippery track due to a software glitch, resulting in the start procedure being delayed. When the race finally commenced almost an hour later, the rain had ceased, and the track had dried within nine laps. The seven-time world champion, who began his Formula 1 career with McLaren in 2007, praised the challenge of racing in the rain, stating that it provided an opportunity to test drivers' skills and instincts. He acknowledged the increased risk involved in such conditions, particularly when using slick tyres. Hamilton described the conditions as \"the trickiest\" he had faced, but expressed his enthusiasm for the unpredictability of the event. The additional sprint race this year means there will be only one Friday practice session for drivers and teams to prepare. Hamilton emphasized the excitement of competing in Singapore, acknowledging that both the sprint race and the grand prix could be influenced by the weather.",
  "summary": "SINGAPORE, Oct 9 — Lewis Hamilton said yesterday he would love a wet race at the Singapore Grand Prix this weekend...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}