Pit lane starts for Albon and Gasly in Singapore as Albon faces additional investigation
The Singapore Grand Prix grid has shifted again, with Pierre Gasly and Alex Albon both confirmed to start from the pit lane. The pair’s teams made set-up changes under parc fermé conditions overnight, triggering mandatory pit-lane starts at Marina Bay.
Why they’re starting from the pit lane
Albon’s Williams underwent suspension set-up changes after qualifying, prompting the switch. Gasly’s Alpine made overnight adjustments after a late Q1 issue left him stranded and out in 20th on Saturday, forcing the team to reset the car for race trim.
Albon under scrutiny for practice start procedure
Compounding Williams’ woes, Albon will be investigated by the stewards for a potential infringement of the race director’s instructions regarding a practice start. If found in breach, the two-time podium finisher could face a sporting penalty that may impact the next round in the United States.
Context to a shuffled grid
The back end of the order had already been reshaped by post-qualifying DRS irregularities affecting both Williams cars. With further changes now confirmed, the team faces a recovery mission from the pit lane, while Alpine will hope Gasly can halt a run of point-less outings under the lights.
