The Singapore Grand Prix has left very revealing keys about the current state of Formula 1, with a Red Bull that is back in shape, a Kimi Antonelli who is adapting, and a Mercedes that has to make important decisions for the future.
Red Bull regains competition It was a spectacular weekend for Red Bull, with Max Verstappen once again demonstrating his skill behind the wheel. According to Oscar Piastri, McLaren driver, the updates made by the team have allowed the RB22 to be faster and more predictable, which has been key in the last races, including Baku and Singapore, where the team achieved victory.
Although Verstappen acknowledges that this return of Red Bull comes too late for the title fight this season, the latest performances suggest that the team is willing to compete strongly in the future.
Antonelli adapts to the new package Kimi Antonelli, championship leader, started the weekend with difficulties, but as the competition progressed, he improved his performance with the update of his Mercedes W17. He does not need to win every race, he just needs to optimize his performances to the maximum, a strategy that could earn him the title in 2026.
This evolution throughout the weekend has been crucial, especially considering that the former rival, McLaren, did not manage to take advantage of their benefits in similar conditions last year.
Challenge for Mercedes Despite Antonelli’s improvements, Mercedes has reasons to worry because the update has not fully met expectations. Verstappen, in a recent press conference, expressed his doubts about the chances of winning with the new Silver Arrows package, highlighting that there is still a gap compared to Red Bull.
As the 2027 season approaches, it is clear that Mercedes will have to review its strategy to regain its former dominance in the championship.
Ferrari continues to fight For Ferrari, the situation is one of ambivalence, with fans debating the performance of their team. Although they have not achieved consistent victories, they maintain a solid position in the constructors’ championship. The last race highlighted that, without Red Bull’s recent advancements, they could have fought for victory.
The progress compared to previous seasons is evident, but Scuderia fans always aspire to more.
Lawson makes a place for himself in the Racing Bulls Liam Lawson is proving to be a strong candidate to keep his seat at the Racing Bulls team for the next season. With consistent performances and a seventh place in Singapore, Lawson has accumulated a total of 75 points, establishing himself as the second-best driver of the team this season.
Until the team makes a decision, Lawson will continue competing to defend his position, and with his performance, he has good chances of staying.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
