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via f1oversteer.comLando Norris disagrees with Andrea Stella on PiastriLando Norris has expressed disagreement with McLaren team principal Andrea Stella's comments regarding Oscar Piastri's struggles with the 2026 Formula 1 cars. Stella has suggested that Piastri's natural driving style is not well-suited to the new generation of vehicles.
Thu 24 Sep · 20:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Kimi Antonelli praises Baku recovery after lost practice timeKimi Antonelli, the current Formula 1 championship leader, expressed satisfaction with his recovery during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after losing significant practice time. Despite the setback, Antonelli managed to secure the second-fastest time in the final practice session.
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via Motorsport.comDavid Coulthard warns "heads will roll" if Williams FW48 upgrade failsDavid Coulthard has issued a stark warning regarding the Williams FW48 upgrade, stating that significant consequences could follow if it fails to improve the team's performance. The Grove-based team has struggled throughout the season, currently sitting ninth in the constructors' championship with only 11 points, largely due to the car's overweight issues.
The upgrade, described by team principal James Vowles as nearly a B-spec car, is aimed at enhancing performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Coulthard, drawing comparisons to Aston Martin's previous upgrades, believes that the changes should yield a notable improvement. However, he cautioned that if the expected results do not materialise, there could be serious repercussions for the team.
Thu 24 Sep · 17:10 UTC
via Sky Sports F1'Pretty pants!' - Norris rules McLaren out of Baku pole fightLando Norris expressed disappointment with McLaren's performance during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix practice sessions, stating they were significantly off the pace, specifically 1.5 seconds slower than Mercedes' George Russell. Despite bringing a major upgrade package to Baku, Norris felt the new parts did not yield immediate improvements, and he ruled out a contention for pole position.
George Russell, who topped both practice sessions, expects the gaps to tighten in qualifying. Kimi Antonelli faced issues with a hydraulics leak but managed to recover well in the second session. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton noted Ferrari's struggles with tyre performance and straight-line speed, indicating a challenging day for the team.
Thu 24 Sep · 15:47 UTC
via Formula1.comKimi Antonelli praises recovery after Baku practice issuesKimi Antonelli described his performance in practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as a 'good recovery' following a hydraulic issue and a fire that damaged his engine. Despite losing significant track time in the first two practice sessions, the Mercedes driver finished second-quickest in the final hour of running.
+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 15:42 UTC
via CrashLando Norris calls McLaren's Baku pace a 'knife in heart'Lando Norris expressed disappointment over McLaren's performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, describing the team's deficit to the front runners as feeling like 'a little knife in the heart'. After finishing 14th in the opening practice session, Norris noted that the team was 'miles off' the pace compared to competitors like Mercedes.
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via F1iGeorge Russell leads practice sessions in BakuGeorge Russell of Mercedes topped both practice sessions ahead of the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku. The team's performance indicates a strong start to the race weekend.
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via Formula1.comGeorge Russell leads second practice in BakuGeorge Russell topped the timesheets in the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, clocking a time of 1:43.347. He was followed by his Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli and Red Bull's Max Verstappen.+ 3 moreThu 24 Sep · 13:21 UTC
via Motorsport.comGeorge Russell tops Azerbaijan Grand Prix practice sessionGeorge Russell of Mercedes finished first in the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, outperforming his teammate Kimi Antonelli. The results indicate a strong performance from Mercedes as they prepare for the race weekend.+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 13:06 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell leads Mercedes one-two in Baku practiceGeorge Russell topped the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, leading his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli. The session was marked by an incident involving Arvid Lindblad, who crashed during the practice.+ 3 moreThu 24 Sep · 13:02 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell leads Mercedes 1-2 in Azerbaijan FP2George Russell topped the timesheets in Free Practice 2 for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, securing a 1-2 finish for Mercedes. Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing also performed well, finishing in the top three.+ 4 moreThu 24 Sep · 13:01 UTC
via racer.comGeorge Russell tops FP2 at Azerbaijan Grand PrixGeorge Russell of Mercedes led the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, finishing ahead of his teammate Kimi Antonelli and Red Bull's Max Verstappen. The session was marked by a crash involving another driver, but Russell maintained a strong performance throughout.
via racer.comGeorge Russell tops second practice at Azerbaijan Grand PrixGeorge Russell led a dominant performance in the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, finishing at the top of the timesheets. The Mercedes driver outpaced his teammate Kimi Antonelli and Red Bull's Max Verstappen, marking a strong start for the team.
via Formula1.comGeorge Russell leads Kimi Antonelli in FP2 in BakuGeorge Russell of Mercedes topped the second practice session for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, finishing ahead of championship leader Kimi Antonelli. Russell's performance in Baku showcased his team's strong form ahead of the race weekend.+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 11:49 UTC
via Motorsport.comWhat Kimi Antonelli has learned from Max VerstappenKimi Antonelli, the 20-year-old Mercedes driver, has been learning valuable lessons from Max Verstappen, who has praised Antonelli's impressive performances this season. With eight wins under his belt, Antonelli leads his teammate George Russell significantly in the championship standings. Verstappen, currently sixth in the standings, has encouraged Antonelli to maintain his current approach as he continues to develop his skills.
Antonelli has specifically noted Verstappen's exceptional racecraft, particularly his ability to read situations and position his car effectively. He reflected on a recent race in Madrid, where he learned the importance of maintaining track position and the potential to capitalize on opportunities, as demonstrated by Verstappen. Antonelli's observations of Verstappen's adaptability and performance under pressure have further inspired him in his own racing career.Thu 24 Sep · 11:15 UTC
via gpfans.comKimi Antonelli avoids penalty after engine changeKimi Antonelli experienced a mechanical failure during the first practice session of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, leading to an engine change for his Mercedes W17. Despite the incident, Antonelli will not face any penalties for the engine swap.
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via f1oversteer.comGeorge Russell tops Azerbaijan GP first practice sessionGeorge Russell achieved the fastest time in the first practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen. His teammate Kimi Antonelli faced a hydraulic issue that cut his session short.+ 9 more
via RacingNews365George Russell leads both practice sessions in BakuGeorge Russell topped both free practice sessions at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, showcasing a strong performance for Mercedes. He outpaced his team-mate Kimi Antonelli, who faced issues during the first session, and Red Bull's Max Verstappen.+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 09:12 UTC
via F1iGeorge Russell leads opening practice in BakuGeorge Russell topped the timesheets in the first practice session for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc. The session was marked by reliability issues for Andrea Antonelli.
via Motorsport.comWill Buxton calls for sprint points system overhaulWill Buxton has urged Formula 1 to reconsider its sprint race points system in light of the expanding calendar for 2027. His comments come as the sport prepares to introduce new events, including a proposed sprint race at the Madrid circuit.Thu 24 Sep · 08:14 UTCPage 3 of 39
