# George Russell admits overly confident driving caused first-lap crash

> Mercedes driver George Russell admits overly confident driving led to first-lap crash in Singapore sprint race.
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- Source: RaceFans — https://racefans.net/2026/10/10/russell-admits-overly-confident-driving-led-to-first-lap-crash-in-sprint-race
- Published: 2026-10-10T11:21:54+00:00
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## George Russell
George Russell admitted his overly confident driving caused a first-lap crash in Singapore sprint race.

> I just misjudged it, to be honest
## Crash details
Russell spun into pit wall barrier in wet conditions after taking lead from pole-winner Max Verstappen.

> I went a little bit wide and then I touched the white line
## Russell's mistake
Russell misjudged corner entry, causing car to touch white line and crash into wall.

> The number one rule in the rain is don’t touch the white lines
## Max Verstappen
Max Verstappen said Russell was pushing hard and clipped white line before crash.

> He was sideways already a few times in that first lap
## Qualifying impact
Russell's car needs repair for qualifying after crash, delayed by half hour due to rain.

> The session has been delayed by half an hour due to the late finish of the sprint race
## Penalty
Russell starts at back of grid due to penalty for changing power unit.

> he is due to start at the back of the grid due to a penalty for changing his power unit
## Key takeaway

George Russell admitted his overly confident driving caused a first-lap crash in Singapore's sprint race, needing car repairs for qualifying.