# Max Verstappen's Singapore Sprint Pole

> Verstappen's one-lap gamble secures Singapore sprint pole despite Pirelli's tyre insights.
- Title: Max Verstappen's Singapore Sprint Pole · Motorsport | Shortify
- Summary: Verstappen's one-lap gamble secures Singapore sprint pole despite Pirelli's tyre insights. Max Verstappen won Singapore sprint pole with 0.120s over Russell…
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- Source: Motorsport — https://motorsport.com/f1/news/max-verstappens-one-lap-gamble-and-what-pirelli-reveals-about-his-singapore-sprint-pole/10863559
- Author: Ronald Vording
- Published: 2026-10-09T16:24:07+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: max verstappen, red bull racing, singapore gp, pirelli, formula 1, sprint pole, singapore street circuit, flying lap, sports, cars
## Verstappen's Singapore Qualifying Result
Verstappen finished Singapore qualifying on top for first time in F1 career.
## Verstappen's Qualifying Strategy
Verstappen completed just one flying lap on soft tyres during final segment.
## Pirelli's Tyre Analysis
Pirelli noted three different approaches for top three drivers in SQ3.
## Red Bull's Approach
Red Bull used one flying lap to maximize tyre performance on Singapore street circuit.
## Pirelli's Performance Insights
Pirelli said Verstappen's approach was fastest on merit despite multiple strategies.
## Track Conditions
Singapore street circuit proved bumpy with high dust levels affecting grip.
## Red Bull's Response
Team principal said Red Bull improved car despite track challenges for sprint pole.
## Key takeaway

Max Verstappen won Singapore sprint pole with 0.120s over Russell after one flying lap, Pirelli says tyre strategy wasn't decisive.