Questions and answers about the Singapore Grand Prix

What's up? After the conclusion of the traditional European races, Formula 1 is back on the road, first stop: Singapore. Sebastian Vettel is the record winner in the glittering financial metropolis, and on Sunday (14.10:XNUMX p.m., CEST) he will be under pressure in a duel with Lewis Hamilton. The premier class was a guest in Singapore for the first time ten years ago, it was the first night race and remains the only true one, and not just for the organizers: Home of Night Race, that's what Singapore confidently calls itself. The Grand Prix through the dazzlingly lit urban canyons will once again provide spectacular images. How important is this 15th race of the season? Like last year, it could be decisive. At the time, Vettel was in pole position, but an accident with teammate Kimi Räikkönen ended his race immediately after the start. It was the beginning of the end for his title hopes. Now Vettel is already 30 points behind world champion Lewis Hamilton - it's time to put pressure on the Mercedes star, Vettel absolutely has to win in Singapore. Who has the best chances? Singapore is a Ferrari track. That was already the case when Mercedes still had by far the best car in the field - and that shouldn't have changed now that the Scuderia has passed. If things go really well for Vettel, then the Silver Arrow will again have such a difficult time on the angular street circuit that Red Bull can still overtake Hamilton. The problem, however: Ferrari and Vettel were superior on so many tracks this year and still threw away the victory. If that also happens in Singapore, then the German will slowly run out of steam in the World Cup race. Does Vettel still have a real helper in his own team? That now has to be seen. Kimi Räikkönen's departure at the end of the season is a done deal, and it would not be surprising if the Finn now thinks primarily of himself. He still has seven races left in a winning car to celebrate his first success since 2013. What else is special about this race weekend? Vettel celebrates his anniversary. The German won in Monza on September 1, 14 for the tenth anniversary of his first victory in Formula 2008 on Friday. At the age of 21, he was the youngest race winner in history and was still driving a Toro Rosso. .

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Questions and answers about the Singapore Grand Prix

One of the most spectacular Formula 1 races ever will take place in Asia this weekend. Before that, we answer the most important questions in the run-up to the Grand Prix.

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