# Max Verstappen hints at gear change for Singapore GP

> Verstappen says Red Bull must fix start issues to win Singapore GP.
- Title: Max Verstappen hints at gear change for Singapore GP
- Summary: Verstappen says Red Bull must fix start issues to win Singapore GP. Verstappen will change gear selection after Red Bull's poor starts in Malaysia and…
- Keywords: max verstappen, red bull racing, singapore gp, formula 1, start problems, gear selection, sprint race, sports, cars, Max, Verstappen, hints
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/f1/news/max-verstappen-hints-at-change-after-red-bulls-poor-f1-starts-in-malaysia-and-singapore/10864060
- Author: Ronald Vording
- Published: 2026-10-10T18:35:02+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: max verstappen, red bull racing, f1, singapore gp, formula 1, start problems, gear selection, sprint race, sports, cars
## Verstappen's 250th F1 race
Verstappen contests his 250th Formula 1 Grand Prix this weekend.
## 50th pole position milestone
Verstappen claims his 50th pole position in F1 history.
## Verstappen's satisfaction
Verstappen says his starts aren't perfect despite topping sessions.
## Start problems in Singapore
Verstappen got beaten off the line by George Russell during Saturday's sprint.

> Verstappen got beaten off the line by George Russell during Saturday's sprint
## Gear selection issue
Verstappen started in second gear but rivals used first gear in wet conditions.
## Singapore start focus
Verstappen knows good starts crucial for potential Singapore GP win.
## Red Bull vs Racing Bulls
Racing Bulls has better starts despite identical hardware to Red Bull.
## Gear change plan
Verstappen hints at changing gear selection for Singapore GP.

> I think it's pretty clear that second gear isn't the right gear for us at the moment!
## Key takeaway

Verstappen will change gear selection after Red Bull's poor starts in Malaysia and Singapore.