# Hamilton admits set-up change spoiled car balance

> Hamilton says last-minute car adjustment ruined qualifying performance in Singapore.
- Title: Hamilton admits set-up change spoiled car balance · RaceFans
- Summary: Hamilton says last-minute car adjustment ruined qualifying performance in Singapore. Hamilton admitted a minor front wing adjustment during qualifying…
- Keywords: lewis hamilton, ferrari, singapore grand prix, qualifying, car balance, max verstappen, sports, cars, Hamilton, admits, set-up, change
- Source: RaceFans — https://racefans.net/2026/10/10/hamilton-admits-set-up-change-spoiled-car-balance-after-missing-out-on-pole-position
- Published: 2026-10-10T16:41:53+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lewis hamilton, ferrari, singapore grand prix, qualifying, car balance, max verstappen, sports, cars
## Qualifying performance
Hamilton struggled in final qualifying session after minor front wing adjustment.

> It’s just balance
## Car balance issue
Hamilton said car felt good in first two qualifying sessions but lost balance after minor front wing adjustment.

> The car felt amazing in Q1 and Q2
## Qualifying impact
Hamilton admitted one small front wing adjustment tipped car balance, ruining Q3 performance.

> It was only like one hole [of front wing angle] or something like that
## Next race strategy
Hamilton aims to work with Leclerc to attack Red Bull in dry conditions after sprint race.

> I think tomorrow is [supposed to be] dry
## Key takeaway

Hamilton admitted a minor front wing adjustment during qualifying disrupted his car balance, costing him pole position in Singapore.