In a surprising turn of events during the qualifying session for the Singapore Grand Prix, George Russell secured his first pole position, edging out reigning champion Max Verstappen, who will start in second. The session saw intense competition, with Verstappen expressing frustration over obstructions during his final laps. Lando Norris ended up fifth, and Oscar Piastri, who also struggled with pace, voiced his surprise at the performance of Mercedes. The unexpected shake-up in qualifying sets the stage for an exciting race in Marina Bay, with Russell looking to capitalize on his pole position amid a challenging circuit.