Updated 2025 F1 Singapore Grand Prix Starting Grid Confirmed After Disqualifications

George Russell and Max Verstappen will lead the front row for the 2025 F1 Singapore Grand Prix after an eventful qualifying session at Marina Bay. Russell secured pole position with two strong laps, narrowly beating Verstappen, who claimed he was impeded by Lando Norris. Oscar Piastri and Kimi Antonelli will start third and fourth, respectively.

Why it matters:

The adjusted starting grid sets the stage for a potentially dramatic Singapore Grand Prix, with two significant disqualifications shaking up the midfield. The front-row battle between Russell and Verstappen promises intense action, while the shuffled grid positions will create new strategic challenges and opportunities for many teams.

The Details:

• Front Row: George Russell (Mercedes) secured pole position, with Max Verstappen (Red Bull) starting alongside him in second.
• Second Row: Oscar Piastri (McLaren) will begin in third, followed by Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) in fourth.
• Notable Positions: Lando Norris (McLaren) starts fifth, while Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) will start sixth, his lowest ever grid position at Marina Bay. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) is in seventh.
• Disqualifications: Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz, who originally qualified 12th and 13th, respectively, were disqualified. Their Williams cars were found to have DRS flaps exceeding the maximum permitted 85mm opening.
  • This ruling means every driver from Nico Hulkenberg downwards has been promoted two positions on the grid.

Updated Starting Grid:

What's next:

With the grid officially confirmed by the FIA, teams will now finalize their race strategies for what promises to be a demanding and unpredictable Singapore Grand Prix. The disqualifications of Albon and Sainz, while unfortunate for Williams, open up new opportunities for drivers further down the grid to score points, adding another layer of intrigue to Sunday's race.