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Antonelli's car issues delay Singapore GP start

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Antonelli's car issues delay Singapore GP start
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Kimi Antonelli's Mercedes faced urgent repairs before the Singapore GP formation lap. The team scrambled to fix the car as the race was about to begin.

Why it matters

The delay could impact Antonelli's race strategy and position in the championship standings.

Key facts
competition
Singapore Grand Prix
fixture
Andrea Kimi Antonelli
date
2026
venue
Marina Bay Street Circuit

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mercedes faces repair rush

the team worked to fix the car just minutes before the formation lap started.

formation lap underway

the race was set to begin when the issue arose, forcing a last-minute fix.

Common questions

did the repairs work?

the report does not confirm if the repairs were successful.

how long was the delay?

the delay was just minutes before the race started.

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