Singapore GP FP2: Full Results and Analysis
The second practice session for the Singapore Grand Prix was a mixed bag of surprises and familiar faces at the top. While Red Bull's dominance continued, a couple of unexpected contenders emerged, setting the stage for a fascinating qualifying session on Saturday.
FP2 Results:
Top 10:
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull): 1:29.031
- Sergio Perez (Red Bull): 1:29.081
- Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes): 1:29.365
- George Russell (Mercedes): 1:29.524
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari): 1:29.606
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin): 1:29.633
- Carlos Sainz (Ferrari): 1:29.744
- Lando Norris (McLaren): 1:29.904
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren): 1:30.018
- Nico Hulkenberg (Haas): 1:30.056
Key Takeaways:
Red Bull's Pace: Verstappen and Perez continued their dominance, showcasing their clear speed advantage on the Marina Bay Street Circuit. The Red Bulls were consistently ahead of the pack, with Perez even challenging Verstappen for the top spot in the closing stages.
Mercedes Resurgence: Mercedes showed significant improvement from FP1, with Hamilton and Russell securing P3 and P4, respectively. This is a positive sign for the Silver Arrows, who will be looking to close the gap to Red Bull in qualifying and the race.
Ferrari Struggle: Leclerc and Sainz faced a more challenging session, with the SF-23 lacking the pace of Red Bull and Mercedes. While they managed to finish within the top 6, their performance was underwhelming compared to their rivals.
Surprise Contenders: Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso, as usual, was a standout performer, finishing P6 and showcasing the team's competitiveness. Nico Hulkenberg also surprised with a strong performance, finishing P10 in the Haas.
Midfield Battle: The fight for midfield positions remains tight, with McLaren, AlphaTauri, and Haas vying for the best starting positions in qualifying.
What To Expect in Qualifying:
The qualifying session for the Singapore Grand Prix is expected to be a thrilling battle. Red Bull's dominance is undeniable, but the emergence of Mercedes and the performance of Alonso and Hulkenberg add a layer of uncertainty to the race. The tight midfield fight will also see teams pushing for every tenth of a second.
With the track known for its challenging layout and high-pressure atmosphere, expect a dramatic qualifying session with surprises and potential upsets.
