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Verstappen aims for first win at Singapore Grand Prix this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 3:54 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Verstappen aims for first win at Singapore Grand Prix this weekend

Summary

Max Verstappen's recent resurgence at the Malaysian Grand Prix sets the stage for his challenge at the Singapore Grand Prix this weekend. Verstappen seeks to overcome both the humid conditions and his lack of success at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, where he has yet to secure a victory. The race is known for its difficulty with overtaking and intense physical demands on drivers. Forecasts predict thunderstorms that may affect qualifying and the main race. Verstappen's performance in Malaysia was boosted by a floor upgrade and adapting to his new car, which he described as 'amazing'.

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By the Numbers

•Verstappen won his first race of the year in Malaysia last weekend.
•He has never won at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
•Thunderstorms are forecast for the race weekend.
•Lewis Hamilton aims for his fifth Singapore win after a strong performance in Malaysia.
•George Russell faces frustration after a power unit failure in the last race.

Latest Updates

3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Verstappen revival to be put to the test in steamy Singapore

What they're saying

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Max Verstappen's resurgence in Malaysia will be put to the test just 300 kilometres south at the Singapore Grand Prix this weekend, where the Red Bull driver may need to overcome the elements and his own poor record at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.Verstappen has never won at the twisty Marina Bay Street Circuit, where extremes of heat and humidity play a part in the most physically attritional race of the season on a circuit notoriously difficult for overtaking.
— Yahoo Sports

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