Mercedes and Red Bull Rev Up for Singapore GP Practice

In the lead‑up to the Singapore Grand Prix, Mercedes and Red Bull have rolled out new upgrades for their cars, setting the stage for a highly competitive sole practice session on Friday. According to Sky Sports’ live‑blog, the two powerhouses are looking to fine‑tune their setups before the sprint qualifying and the main race, with a particular focus on improving tyre performance and aerodynamic balance on the tight, twisty Marina Bay circuit.

Mercedes’ upgrade package includes a revised front wing element designed to reduce drag while maintaining down‑force, as well as a new rear wing profile that should help the car’s rear tyre grip on the long straights. The team’s technical director, James Allison, highlighted that the changes are aimed at addressing the car’s handling issues in the high‑speed corners, a problem that has plagued the team in recent races. Red Bull, meanwhile, has introduced a new front‑wing endplate and a modified suspension geometry to enhance the car’s stability through the circuit’s demanding chicanes.

Both teams are also testing different tyre compounds during the session, with Mercedes opting for the softer C2 tyre to maximise grip on the damp track, while Red Bull is experimenting with the intermediate C3 tyre to gauge performance in the unpredictable Singapore weather. The practice session, which is the only session before the sprint qualifying, will be crucial for teams to lock in their race strategies and to assess the effectiveness of the upgrades under real‑world conditions.

For Indian fans, the Singapore GP will be available to watch on FanCode from 12:00 IST on Friday, with the full race weekend spanning from 12:00 IST Friday to 12:00 IST Sunday. The live‑blog will continue to provide real‑time updates on the practice session, sprint qualifying, and the main race, so keep an eye on Sky Sports for the latest developments.

Source: Sky Sports