Singapore Grand Prix F1 qualifying: George Russell powers to pole position – as it happened

<p>The Mercedes driver held off Max Verstappen, who claimed that Lando Norris impeded his final qualifying lap</p><p><strong>Five minutes until Q1</strong>, where the five drivers with the slowest lap times will be eliminated, and face starting towards the back of the grid tomorrow.</p><p>Official word from the race stewards that Lewis Hamilton will face no further action, having been cleared of a red flag infringement in final practice. The Ferrari driver was investigated over his speed after Liam Lawson’s crash brought an end to the session.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2025/oct/04/singapore-grand-prix-qualifying-formula-one-live">Continue reading...</a>