Singapore Grand Prix 2026

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Photo: NZ Herald (opens in new tab) · Liam Lawson finishes seventh in Singapore Grand Prix

The story so far

The FIA confirmed the Singapore Grand Prix would go ahead as planned despite haze affecting air quality, with only outdoor entertainment likely to face restrictions.9 Oct New Zealander Liam Lawson finished fifth for Racing Bulls in a rain-affected sprint race at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, which had nine non-finishes and multiple safety cars.10 Oct That result earned Lawson four championship points and put him eighth on the grid for the main Grand Prix.10 Oct Lawson then finished seventh in the Grand Prix, making it the third time in the 2026 season that he has scored points in both the sprint and the main race.12 Oct

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Max Verstappen won both the sprint and the Grand Prix in Singapore.13 Oct An expert suggests Lawson's recent stint with Red Bull Racing may have helped the team improve its car performance.13 Oct

Key moments

  1. FIA confirms Singapore Grand Prix will proceed despite haze affecting air quality.
  2. Lawson finishes fifth in a chaotic, rain-affected sprint race.
  3. Lawson finishes seventh in the Grand Prix, a third double-points weekend this season.
  4. Verstappen wins both sprint and Grand Prix; expert credits Lawson's Red Bull input.

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