Sainz’s Sensational Victory Ends Red Bull and Verstappen’s Dominance in Singapore
Carlos Sainz, starting from pole position, executed a brilliant strategy that denied his competitors any chance to catch up. He expertly managed his tires and, in a show of sportsmanship, supported his former teammate Lando Norris by allowing him to stay within the DRS (drag reduction system) range, effectively fending off the pursuing Mercedes team.
In a dramatic turn of events, George Russell of Mercedes, armed with fresher tires, was pushing hard for the win but crashed on the final lap, allowing Lewis Hamilton to inherit the podium position and secure the fastest lap.
Sainz, reflecting on his performance, exclaimed, "We executed the race perfectly." He crossed the finish line with an impressive 0.812-second lead to claim his second career victory for Ferrari, his first since the Si...