Mercedes is bracing itself for a more difficult time at the Singapore Grand Prix, despite its back-to-back Formula 1 victories in Belgium and Italy. Lewis Hamilton's triumphs after the summer break have moved him to the top of the drivers' championship for the first time this year – with Sebastian Vettel struggling for speed in Monza last weekend. With the Mercedes better on high speed circuits, and Ferrari having the edge at higher downforce venues, many are expecting Vettel to be the man to beat in Singapore. The Marina Bay circuit, with its tight corners and high downforce demands, is perfectly suited to the Ferrari – and Mercedes well remembers its struggles there back in 2015....
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