Singapore Grand Prix 2026 Results: Verstappen Wins as Antonelli Moves Closer
Max Verstappen won the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix from pole position, leading every session of the weekend from Sprint Qualifying to the checkered flag. It was his first win at Marina Bay at the 10th attempt, and it came in his 250th Grand Prix start. Charles Leclerc finished second for Ferrari, 7.3 seconds back, and championship leader Kimi Antonelli took third.
Here are the F1 Singapore results, the moments that shaped the race and what the weekend changed in the standings.
F1 Singapore Results: Top Finishers
| Pos | Driver | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 25 |
| 2 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 18 |
| 3 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | 15 |
| 4 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 12 |
| 5 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | 10 |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | 8 |
| 9 | George Russell | Mercedes | 2 |
Verstappen’s winning time was 1:42:00.785. Official race data is available in the Formula 1 race report.
How Verstappen Controlled the Race
Verstappen and Leclerc started on the soft tire, while Lewis Hamilton began on mediums. The soft turned out to be the stronger race tire, and Verstappen used it to build a gap he never gave back. Leclerc kept him in sight but could not get close enough to attack.
The win also had a Saturday warm-up. Verstappen took the wet Sprint ahead of Hamilton, so he left Singapore with 33 points from the weekend. You can read how that Sprint unfolded in our F1 Sprint explainer.
Ferrari’s Strategy Cost Hamilton a Podium
The race turned on a Virtual Safety Car. Leclerc pitted for fresh tires, while Hamilton missed his pit entry and stayed out. He then fought heavy tire wear in the closing laps and dropped from podium contention to sixth. Hamilton apologized to the team over the radio and took responsibility, and team principal Frédéric Vasseur called the split strategy a mistake, according to Formula 1’s Singapore lowdown. It was a tough end to a week that started with Hamilton and Leclerc taking over Ferrari’s Instagram.
Antonelli Recovers, Russell Limits the Damage
Antonelli lost a place to Lando Norris during the pit stops. He fought back late in the race, passing both Hamilton and Norris to finish third. Those 15 points matter: they keep his lead over George Russell above 100 points with six rounds left.
Russell had a hard weekend. He hit the pit wall on the opening lap of the Sprint, then started the Grand Prix from the back after power unit component changes. He climbed to ninth for two points.
McLaren’s Weekend
Norris and Oscar Piastri finished fourth and fifth on Sunday, a quiet result after a messy Saturday. The two collided at Turn 5 on the final lap of the Sprint, which put Piastri out and left Norris eighth. Team principal Andrea Stella said he was disappointed with both drivers. The stewards took no further action.
What the Singapore Results Mean for the Title
After Singapore, Antonelli has 340 points and Russell has 238. Hamilton is third on 229 and Verstappen moved up to fourth on 221, passing Leclerc. Full tables are in our F1 standings 2026 page, and the SI standings summary has the full top 10.
Antonelli’s first chance to clinch the title comes at the United States Grand Prix on October 25. Our F1 Austin 2026 weekend guide has the session times, and our November title guide explains how the math works if the fight continues into Mexico City, São Paulo, Las Vegas and Qatar.
Key Takeaways
- Verstappen won from pole for his first Singapore victory, in his 250th start
- Leclerc finished second, while Hamilton dropped to sixth after a missed pit call under the VSC
- Antonelli finished third and leads Russell by 102 points
- Verstappen moved to fourth in the drivers’ standings
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix?
Max Verstappen won from pole for Red Bull. Charles Leclerc finished second and Kimi Antonelli third.
Where did Lewis Hamilton finish in Singapore?
Hamilton finished sixth after missing his pit entry under a Virtual Safety Car and struggling with tire wear late in the race.
What is the next race after Singapore?
The United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, October 25.
