Verstappen Triumphs in Singapore for Second Win of 2026

Max Verstappen added another triumph to his illustrious career, clinching his 73rd win at the Singapore Grand Prix. This victory at the Marina Bay street circuit follows his success in Malaysia just a week prior, showcasing his continued dominance in the Red Bull RB22.

In a race that tested both skill and strategy, Ferrari's Charles Leclerc managed to take the second spot, trailing Verstappen by 7.335 seconds. Meanwhile, Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes secured third place, inching closer to the 2026 world championship title.

Reigning world champion Lando Norris finished fourth for McLaren, while his teammate Oscar Piastri crossed the line in sixth. Sandwiched between the McLaren duo, Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton took fifth place. Racing Bulls' Liam Lawson claimed seventh, followed by Audi's Nico Hulkenberg in eighth. Mercedes driver George Russell fought back from an engine penalty to secure ninth, with Red Bull's Isack Hadjar rounding out the top ten.

The race saw three retirements: Gabriel Bortoleto of Audi, Franco Colapinto from Alpine, and Aston Martin's Lance Stroll, who all fell short of completing the race.

Here's a glance at the top ten finishers:

1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) - LAP 62 2. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) - +7.335 3. Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) - +24.573 4. Lando Norris (McLaren) - +40.506 5. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) - +49.644 6. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) - +53.188 7. Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls) - +81.666 8. Nico Hulkenberg (Audi) - +83.555 9. George Russell (Mercedes) - +84.583 10. Isack Hadjar (Red Bull) - +87.945

The Singapore Grand Prix added another chapter to the thrilling 2026 F1 season, with Verstappen proving yet again why he's a force to be reckoned with on the track.