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Verstappen avoids penalty after Singapore Sprint Qualifying investigation

Max Verstappen was investigated by the stewards after Sprint Qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver was not given a penalty, meaning he avoided a grid drop for Saturday’s Sprint race.

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October 10, 2026
Verstappen avoids penalty after Singapore Sprint Qualifying investigation

Max Verstappen was summoned by the stewards following Sprint Qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix.

The Red Bull driver was investigated over an alleged breach of yellow flag regulations during the session.

After reviewing the matter, the stewards did not hand Verstappen a punishment. As a result, he avoided a grid penalty for Saturday’s Sprint race in Singapore.

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