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Verstappen wins sprint after Russell crashes out

Max Verstappen secured victory during a chaotic sprint event at the Singapore Grand Prix following an early exit from the leader, George Russell. Russell held the top spot in difficult mixed-track conditions featuring both dry and wet sections until a miscalculation on the opening lap's final corner sent his Mercedes into the barriers.

Behind them, a dramatic final-lap incident involving McLaren teammates Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri at the fifth turn allowed Kimi Antonelli to inherit fourth position. This outcome, paired with Russell failing to finish, grows the Italian competitor's advantage at the top of the standings to an 89-point margin.

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