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Verstappen wins Singapore sprint after Russell crash, then takes Grand Prix pole

Red Bull's Max Verstappen won Saturday's sprint in Singapore after George Russell crashed out of the lead on the opening lap, then qualified fastest for Sunday's Grand Prix.

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Verstappen takes first pole of 2026 at Bahrain Grand Prix held in Malaysia

Red Bull's Max Verstappen qualified fastest at Sepang ahead of Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton, while a grid penalty for Isack Hadjar moves championship leader Kimi Antonelli up to third.