F1 Singapore GP: Verstappen takes comfortable victory from Leclerc and Antonelli

Max Verstappen won Formula 1’s Singapore Grand Prix for the very first time on Sunday, leading Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli under the chequered flag. Verstappen’s withstood an early challenge from Leclerc and proved quicker over the remainder of the race. Strategy cost Lewis Hamilton dear, allowing Antonelli to finish on the podium and further extend his championship lead – to the extent he will get a first chance to clinch the title in Austin. Main rival and Mercedes team-mate George Russell fought to a lowly ninth from 19th on the grid.