FIA Thursday press conference – Singapore

Drivers Lando Norris, Esteban Ocon, George Russell, Charles Leclerc, Isack Hadjar, and Alexander Albon shared their expectations for the Singapore Grand Prix. Norris, confident after last year's strong showing, acknowledged Red Bull as a genuine challenger and highlighted McLaren's consistent performance for their Constructors' title push. Ocon hoped Singapore’s low-speed characteristics would suit Haas. Russell, recovering from illness, discussed the new mandatory cooling vest and the ongoing contract talks. Leclerc expressed disappointment in Ferrari's season but hoped warm weather would benefit them against Mercedes. Hadjar and Albon, discussing their teams' progress and Max Verstappen's title chances, agreed on the value of the cooling vest and the slightly increased pit lane speed limit, while Albon praised Williams' cultural transformation under James Vowles.