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News›Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2026

George Russell secures pole position in Baku

f1technical.net+ 3 moreFri 25 Sep · 14:08 UTCupdated Mon 5 Oct · 15:24 UTCHave your say
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George Russell achieved pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a time of 1:42.526, finishing over eight tenths ahead of the second-placed driver. Meanwhile, his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli faced an unexpected exit in Q1.

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First to reportRussell charges to pole as Antonelli suffers shock Q1 exit in Azerbaijan GP QualifyingGeorge Russell delivered a stunning lap around the Baku City Circuit to claim pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, while Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli suffered a dramatic Q1 exit after crashing into the barriers at Turn 1.f1technical.netFri 25 Sep · 14:08 UTCRead their report →
Azerbaijan GP Bet Builder after Russell claims poleWe have picked a four-leg Bet Builder for Baku, including podium finish and top-six selections.Formula1.comFri 25 Sep · 17:55 UTCRead →
Azerbaijan GP: Friday's action in picturesBaku delivered a qualifying day of sharp contrasts: George Russell soared to a commanding pole, Charles Leclerc and...F1iFri 25 Sep · 18:15 UTCRead →
George Russell Storms To Dominant Pole In BakuGeorge Russell dominated today’s qualifying session in Baku, securing pole position with a time of 1:42.526 and finishing more than eight tenths clear of second-placed…f1chronicle.comFri 25 Sep · 20:40 UTCRead →
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