Oscar Piastri, currently leading the Formula 1 points standings, delivered a remarkable lap time of 1 minute 30.714 seconds in his McLaren during Practice 2 at the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix, held at Marina Bay. This performance placed him just ahead of Isack Hadjar by 0.132 seconds, while Red Bull’s Max Verstappen came in third, trailing Piastri by 0.143 seconds. The session was interrupted multiple times due to crashes, including one involving George Russell, causing over 20 minutes of downtime.
Key Competitors Show Strong Pace Amid Disruptions
Fernando Alonso, who set the fastest time in Practice 1, secured fourth place in the second session, while last year’s Singapore GP winner, Lando Norris, completed the top five. Despite facing challenges in Baku, Piastri has rebounded strongly, displaying competitive pace and consistency. The presence of several high-caliber drivers including Verstappen, Alonso, and Norris continues to pose a significant challenge to Piastri’s dominance in the championship standings.
Preparation Intensifies Ahead of Qualifying Rounds
With Practice 2 behind them, teams now turn their focus to refining strategies in the upcoming sessions as qualifying approaches. Grid positions at Marina Bay often have a profound impact on race outcomes, making the final qualifying laps highly competitive. Drivers are expected to push limits to secure the coveted pole position and gain an advantage for the race.
Piastri’s Performance Sets a Competitive Tone for the Weekend
Piastri’s commanding pace during Practice 2 positions him as a leading contender at the Singapore GP, signaling a highly competitive weekend ahead. The evolving track and weather conditions will require teams to adapt swiftly if they aim to capitalize on their practice session gains. How well teams adjust could greatly influence their success in the upcoming qualifying and race sessions.
