🔗 Share this article Singapore Grand Prix 2025: George Russell Claims Pole All systems are go for a thrilling night race in Singapore as George Russell starts from pole after a remarkable time trial. Event Overview Hello and welcome to updates from the Singapore Grand Prix. George Russell dominated proceedings during yesterday's qualifying with a stunning run in his Silver Arrow to take the top spot, just edging out the Red Bull team's the Dutch driver who took P2. Points leader the McLaren driver qualified P3, while the Mercedes rookie and Norris completed the leading quintet. “Despite yesterday's struggles, I'm pleased to deliver this positive outcome today. We understood the car's possibilities.” Qualifying Results The qualifying order shapes up as detailed below: George Russell (Mercedes) Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) Oscar Piastri (McLaren) Antonelli (Mercedes team) Lando Norris (McLaren Racing) Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) Leclerc (Ferrari) Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls) Bearman (Haas F1 Team) Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin F1) Alex Albon and Sainz (both Williams) look set to line up from the pit lane after being excluded from qualifying. Pre-Race Updates Circuit Situation With the track wet in places and dry elsewhere, racers anticipate a difficult competition at Marina Bay. Track temperatures around the circuit stands at 33.3C, making this a grueling race for competitors. Driver Comments Hamilton voiced disappointment about his grid position, stating that his team consistently loses tire temperature while lining up before exiting. Another significant post-qualifying discussion focused on Max Verstappen's annoyance at Lando Norris, with the Dutch driver arguing he was impeded during the qualifying session. “They frequently protest, they object to everything, that’s Red Bull,” stated the McLaren driver. “I didn’t even know, there was about three seconds between us or something.” Race Start The cars are out on track with the warm-up lap scheduled to begin imminently before the race start. This represents Formula One's pioneering nocturnal competition, enhancing the distinctive environment at Marina Bay. The national anthem has concluded and racers are currently returning to their teams for last-minute adjustments before the competition starts. Race Prediction The primary query involves whether Russell can maintain his lead around the demanding Marina Bay track or whether the pursuing drivers might pass him. Given title consequences on the line, viewers are watching the top competitors as they make final preparations for this significant nocturnal competition.