Verstappen Wins Singapore Sprint After Russell Crashes From Lead

Max Verstappen won the sprint race in Singapore.

George Russell had been leading, but he crashed on the first lap in wet conditions.

Russell said over the radio that he was fine and apologized to his team.

Verstappen then stayed ahead and won.

Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc finished second and third.

Kimi Antonelli came fourth and increased his points lead over Russell.

Antonelli gained two places when Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri collided on the final lap.

Russell has a grid penalty for Sunday's race.

Heavy rain delayed the start, and qualifying was scheduled for later Saturday.