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Russell’s title hopes on the line as F1 heads to Singapore

Mercedes’ George Russell at the pit lane as the Bahrain Grand Prix is delayed due to rain at the Sepang International Circuit on Oct 4.

Max Verstappen’s revival to be put to the test in steamy Singapore

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen celebrating with his teammates after winning the Bahrain Grand Prix at Malaysia’s Sepang International Circuit on Oct 4.

George Russell faces another blow with likely back of grid start in Singapore

Pre-season Formula 1 title favourite George Russell (above) remained second overall but now is a considerable 84 points behind championship-leading Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli.

Russell's championship dreams hit by cruel power unit failure in Sepang

Formula One F1 - Bahrain Grand Prix - Sepang International Circuit, Sepang, Malaysia - October 4, 2026 Mercedes' George Russell after retiring from the race REUTERS/Hasnoor Hussain

Upgrades backfire as Wolff admits Mercedes going backwards

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix.

Antonelli finds his rhythm to top final Sepang practice

Could Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia be a good-luck charm? History backs it up

Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli is in prime position to be the youngest Formula 1 drivers’ champion.

Struggling Williams caught in ‘cost cap trap’, says James Vowles

Williams team prinicpal James Vowles before the Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit on March 15.

Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli eyes Sepang as perfect proving ground for 2026 cars in the wet

Mercedes’ Italian driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli taking a wefie with fans at the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, in Sepang, on Oct 1. The championship leader is raring to bounce back after fifth place in Baku, Azerbaijan last weekend.

Russell has high hopes for a favourite track he has yet to drive

Mercedes’ George Russell celebrates after winning the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on Sept 26.

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