Singapore Grand Prix 2018 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Lewis Hamilton dominated the Singapore Grand Prix from pole position to take a commanding victory under the Marina Bay lights, extending his championship lead to 40 points with just six races remaining. The Mercedes driver controlled the physically demanding night race from start to finish, putting one hand firmly on his fifth World Championship title.

Starting from pole, Hamilton led every lap of the grueling two-hour race in Singapore's oppressive heat and humidity. Max Verstappen finished second for Red Bull after a strong drive, while Sebastian Vettel could only manage third place for Ferrari despite the circuit's characteristics traditionally favoring the Scuderia. Kevin Magnussen set the fastest lap for Haas in a brilliant performance that showcased the American team's improved competitiveness. Vettel's inability to challenge for victory on a circuit where Ferrari should have been competitive effectively ended his realistic title hopes.

The victory was Hamilton's eighth of the season and his fourth consecutive win at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, demonstrating his mastery of the demanding track. With a 40-point advantage over Vettel, Hamilton needed only to maintain consistent finishes to secure the championship. Ferrari's performance deficit in Singapore raised serious questions about their development direction and left Vettel facing an almost insurmountable points deficit. The race confirmed what many had suspected since Germany - the 2018 title was Hamilton's to lose.