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GPS analysis: How the new Singapore F1 layout cost Russell pole
Red Bull’s perfect winning streak in Formula 1 in 2023 is being challenged by a difficult RB19 car during qualifying for the Singapore Grand Prix. Both Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez struggled with the car’s braking and cornering balance, resulting in Verstappen finishing 11th and Perez in 13th place. Carlos Sainz took advantage of Red Bull’s struggles and claimed pole position, setting a new lap record at the Marina Bay circuit. Ferrari also showed strength in the first sector of the track, with Sainz having the edge over Mercedes’ George Russell. However, Russell made a comeback in the middle sector, narrowing the gap to Sainz. It is worth noting that the track layout for this year’s race has changed, eliminating the fiddly Turns 16-19 chicanes.
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