Baku Speed Trap: Who is the fastest of them all?

In the Baku qualifying session, George Russell dominated, taking pole position with a significant margin of 0.837 seconds over Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. This performance highlighted the competitive gap in the 2026 season, as Russell's speed was notably faster than his rivals, with Esteban Ocon clocking the highest speed in the speed trap at 330.1 km/h.

The session was challenging for several drivers, including championship leader Kimi Antonelli, who struggled after crashing into the wall and qualifying 16th. The unique conditions of Baku, including potential safety cars and tricky wind patterns, are expected to play a crucial role in the race strategy, particularly regarding tire management and pit stops.