# Verstappen Wins Singapore F1 Race

> Max Verstappen secures first Singapore Grand Prix victory after years of frustration.
- Title: Verstappen Wins Singapore F1 Race · Autoweek | Shortify
- Summary: Max Verstappen secures first Singapore Grand Prix victory after years of frustration. Max Verstappen wins Singapore Grand Prix, moving to fourth in…
- Keywords: max verstappen, singapore grand prix, formula 1, ferrari, leclerc, george russell, kimmi antonelli, racing bulls, cars, sports, Verstappen, Wins
- Source: Autoweek — https://autoweek.com/racing/formula-1/a74103088/verstappen-conquers-singapore-in-landmark-f1-victory
- Author: Phillip Horton
- Published: 2026-10-11T21:40:14+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: max verstappen, singapore grand prix, formula 1, ferrari, leclerc, george russell, kimmi antonelli, racing bulls, cars, sports
## Verstappen's Singapore Stunner
Max Verstappen won his first Singapore Grand Prix after years of missing the podium.

> It’s taken a while
## Verstappen's 250th Grand Prix
Verstappen claimed his 250th grand prix victory in Singapore after a 24-hour wait.
## Verstappen's Championship Stand
Verstappen now fourth in championship with 17 points behind Russell.
## Antonelli's Title Push
Kimi Antonelli set up first title chance with 102 points lead in championship.

> Can I? Really?
## Hamilton's Strategy Blunder
Hamilton lost points after poor strategy and tire management in Singapore race.

> Sorry boys, I let you down today with that strategy today, my call
## Russell's Recovery Struggle
Russell finished ninth after virtual safety car period ended too soon.

> VSC ended as I came in the pits, 10 seconds more would have helped me out a lot
## Lawson's 2027 Claim
Liam Lawson secures fifth place in Singapore Grand Prix for Racing Bulls.
## Racing Bulls' Championship Push
Racing Bulls now 32 points ahead of Alpine in Constructors' Championship.
## Antonelli's Title Permutations
Antonelli needs win and rivals' disasters to clinch title at Austin.

> Well let’s not worry about that, let’s try and do the best weekend possible
## Hamilton's Post-Race Apology
Hamilton admitted fault for strategy decision that cost team points.

> I lost us valuable points; I’ll try and make it up at the next one
## Verstappen's Race Strategy
Verstappen used soft/medium tire strategy without radio issues to win race.
## Antonelli's Race Strategy
Antonelli capitalized on Hamilton and Norris' delay to secure third place.

> I managed to take advantage of the fight of Lando and Lewis to make a move on both
## Key takeaway

Max Verstappen wins Singapore Grand Prix, moving to fourth in championship with 17 points behind Russell.