F1 NATION: Russell’s ‘statement’ and McLaren title fight gets ‘feisty’ – it’s our Singapore GP review

F1 correspondent Lawrence Barretto and Australian motor racing journalist Greg Rust join Tom Clarkson in the Marina Bay paddock to reflect on the Singapore Grand Prix in the latest episode of F1 Nation.

McLaren have become World Champions for the second year in a row, but the big talking point was the opening lap contact between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Will that incident change how the Drivers’ Championship battle plays out in the final six races, especially now that the team have wrapped up the Constructors' title?

George Russell converted a stunning pole into his second win of the season with a dominant performance from lights out. But as his wait for a new contract with Mercedes continues, why does Lawrence think Russell is in a similar situation to the one Carlos Sainz found himself in at Ferrari?

Behind George was Max Verstappen in P2. It's his fourth podium in a row and, given Red Bull’s previous struggles in Singapore, does this result confirm they've finally turned a corner with their car?

And if Max does significantly close the gap in the title fight this year, will McLaren favour one of their drivers over the other to ensure they win a first Drivers' Championship since 2008?

Also on the agenda, the guys discuss another frustrating weekend for Ferrari, while celebrating impressive points finishes from Sainz, Fernando Alonso and Ollie Bearman.

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