The 2026 Formula 1 calendar presents a challenge for drivers, as they prepare for two consecutive races in proximity to some of the most polluted cities globally. The first of these events took place last week in Kuala Lumpur near the Sepang circuit, followed by this weekend’s race on the streets of Singapore.
The Singapore Grand Prix is set for Sunday, October 11, starting at 15:00. It will be broadcast live on Antena 1 and the AntenaPLAY platform. Additionally, a Sprint race will take place on Saturday, October 10, at 12:00.
According to the Air Quality Index (AQI), both Kuala Lumpur and Singapore are categorized in the second-to-last tier of air quality, labeled as “very unhealthy.” This classification indicates that increasing AQI levels correlate with higher health risks for the population.
Pollution Levels in Focus
AQI levels range from 0 to 50 for clean air, while readings between 300 and 500 are deemed “hazardous,” affecting all residents in the area. Currently, Kuala Lumpur reports an AQI of 222, placing it in the very unhealthy category, while Singapore follows closely with an AQI of 212.
Current Standings for Drivers:
Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) – 320 points
George Russell (Mercedes) – 236 points
Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) – 214 points
Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – 191 points
Lando Norris (McLaren) – 188 points
Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 188 points
Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 128 points
Isack Hadjar (Red Bull) – 96 points
Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls) – 65 points
Pierre Gasly (Alpine) – 41 points
Arvid Linddblad (Racing Bulls) – 38 points
Franco Colapinto (Alpine) – 27 points
Oliver Bearman (Haas) – 20 points
Gabriel Bortoleto (Audi) – 10 points
Nico Hulkenberg (Audi) – 7 points
Esteban Ocon (Haas) – 7 points
Carlos Sainz (Williams) – 7 points
Alex Albon (Williams) – 5 points
Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) – 3 points
Yuki Tsunoda (Racing Bulls) – 1 point
Lance Stroll (Aston Martin) – 0 points
Valtteri Bottas (Cadillac) – 0 points
Sergio Perez (Cadillac) – 0 points.
Constructor Standings in Formula 1:
Mercedes – 556 points
Ferrari – 405 points
McLaren – 316 points
Red Bull – 298 points
Racing Bulls – 90 points
Alpine – 68 points
Haas – 27 points
Audi – 17 points
Williams – 12 points
Aston Martin – 7 points
Cadillac – 0 points.
