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Multiple F1 drivers handed pit-lane starts for the Singapore GP

The grid has been shaken up for the race at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 9:21 AM
Multiple F1 drivers handed pit-lane starts for the Singapore GP
Key Things to Know
  • Isack Hadjar, Fernando Alonso, and Lance Stroll will start the Singapore Grand Prix from the pit lane.
  • Red Bull changed several power unit components and suspension settings on Hadjar's car outside of parc ferme conditions.
  • Fernando Alonso received a new turbocharger and setup changes, while Lance Stroll also had suspension adjustments made.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Isack Hadjar, Fernando Alonso, and Lance Stroll will start the Singapore Grand Prix from the pit lane following parc fermé changes to their cars. Red Bull driver Hadjar was set to start 22nd after technical problems in both the sprint and qualifying, prompting his team to replace multiple power unit components alongside suspension adjustments.

Aston Martin drivers Alonso and Stroll will also begin the race from the pit lane after undergoing mechanical modifications, including a new turbocharger for Alonso and suspension setup changes for both drivers. Additionally, Aston Martin was cited by FIA technical delegate Jo Bauer for failing to cover their cars within the required post-qualifying timeframe.

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