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via Motorsport.comIsack Hadjar earns "team-mate points" after "exceptional comeback" in Baku, says Alex BrundleIsack Hadjar received acclaim for his impressive comeback drive, finishing third at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after recovering from a wrist injury. His performance was highlighted by F1 TV pundit Alex Brundle, who noted Hadjar's ability to follow team orders and maintain pace, contributing to a strong result for Red Bull Racing alongside Max Verstappen.
Brundle and 1996 champion Damon Hill both commended Hadjar's resilience and the team's overall strength. With Hadjar and Verstappen now positioned sixth and eighth in the drivers' championship, Red Bull sits fourth in the constructors' standings, bolstered by points scored by Liam Lawson during Hadjar's absence.
Sat 26 Sep · 21:35 UTC
via f1oversteer.comLiam Lawson reflects on tough Azerbaijan Grand PrixLiam Lawson expressed disappointment after being taken out of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix by his Racing Bulls teammate Arvid Lindblad. Despite the setback, Lawson remains focused on the team's goals moving forward.
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via f1oversteer.comIsack Hadjar team orders at Azerbaijan GP show Liam Lawson was right all along about Red BullAt the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Isack Hadjar and Max Verstappen secured Red Bull's first double podium in two and a half years. Hadjar demonstrated his commitment to team orders by allowing Verstappen to pass him early in the race, despite having a slight pace advantage. However, when Verstappen struggled to overtake Oscar Piastri, Hadjar's willingness to follow orders was put to the test as he later requested to race against his teammate.
The race highlighted the dynamics within Red Bull, where Verstappen's dominance often limits his teammates' opportunities to compete on equal terms. Hadjar's performance and subsequent contract renewal suggest he is prepared to embrace a supportive role in exchange for driving a competitive car. This situation echoes Liam Lawson's earlier comments about the challenges faced by Verstappen's teammates, who must adapt to the team's structure that prioritises Verstappen's success.Sat 26 Sep · 19:00 UTC
via espn.comAlpine to weigh 'course of action' after double DNFAlpine Racing is set to review its options following a double retirement at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where Franco Colapinto's error led to both him and teammate Pierre Gasly crashing out. The incident occurred during a safety car restart, impacting their chances for points as both cars were in competitive positions.
Flavio Briatore, Alpine's team principal, expressed disappointment over the incident, stating that such mistakes should not happen, especially when both cars were performing well. Colapinto acknowledged his responsibility for the crash, apologising to his team and Gasly, while Norris suggested that Colapinto should face a race ban for his actions.
Sat 26 Sep · 18:47 UTC
via RacingNews365Liam Lawson baffled after being 'smoked' by Arvid LindbladLiam Lawson expressed confusion after being involved in a collision with his Racing Bulls teammate Arvid Lindblad during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The crash occurred during a restart on lap 36, following a separate incident that involved multiple drivers, including Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly. Lawson reported that he was hit hard from the left, resulting in significant damage to his car and forcing him to retire from the race.
In interviews, Lawson described the incident, noting that he was trying to give space to Esteban Ocon when Lindblad made contact. Despite Lindblad's apology and explanation that he locked up and had nowhere to go, Lawson remained perplexed about the situation. The stewards reviewed the incident and concluded that it was a typical first-corner incident with no driver predominantly at fault.
Sat 26 Sep · 18:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Lando Norris apologises to Franco Colapinto after commentsLando Norris has issued an apology to Franco Colapinto for his remarks following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he suggested Colapinto should face a race ban after a collision. Norris admitted that his comments were inappropriate and acknowledged the backlash he faced, including online abuse.+ 3 moreSat 26 Sep · 17:20 UTC
via BBC SportRussell faultless while Hadjar excellent on return - driver ratingsGeorge Russell dominated the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, securing his third victory of the season by leading the race from start to finish. Max Verstappen finished closely behind in second place, while Isack Hadjar made a strong return from injury to claim third. Kimi Antonelli, Russell's Mercedes teammate, managed to recover from a poor qualifying position to finish fifth, but his championship lead was cut significantly.
Russell's performance was highlighted by a stunning qualifying lap that put him on pole by over eight tenths of a second. Despite pressure from Verstappen towards the end of the race, Russell maintained his lead. The race showcased impressive recoveries from several drivers, including Antonelli and Hadjar, while others faced challenges that affected their results.
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via Formula1.comOscar Piastri reflects on costly lock-up in BakuOscar Piastri described his late-race lock-up during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as surprising and disappointing, as it cost him a potential podium finish. The McLaren driver had been running in a strong position before the error, which left him outside the points.
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via Motorsport WeekLewis Hamilton questions Ferrari's performance in BakuLewis Hamilton expressed confusion over Ferrari's struggles during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he qualified and finished sixth. The Mercedes driver noted that Ferrari was over 1.3 seconds off the pace, highlighting a significant drop from their previous competitiveness.
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via RacingNews365Flavio Briatore criticises Franco Colapinto's Baku errorFlavio Briatore has expressed his disappointment with Franco Colapinto following a costly incident during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The Alpine chief hinted at potential consequences for Colapinto after his 'very poor' move that affected the team's chances for a double points finish.+ 3 moreSat 26 Sep · 15:55 UTC
via espn.comNorris hits out after Baku pile-up DNF with AlpineLando Norris expressed his frustration after being taken out of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to a collision caused by Franco Colapinto. Following the incident, Norris stated that there are drivers who do not belong in Formula 1, implying that Colapinto's actions were unacceptable. The crash occurred during a Safety Car restart on lap 36, leading to both Norris and Pierre Gasly retiring from the race.
Colapinto acknowledged his mistake and accepted responsibility, apologising to his team and teammates. He received a 10-second time penalty, which will affect his grid position in the next race. Gasly, visibly upset, highlighted the significant points lost due to the incident, while also emphasising the importance of respect in their working relationship.Sat 26 Sep · 15:51 UTC
via RaceFansLiam Lawson questions lack of penalty for Arvid LindbladLiam Lawson expressed confusion over the decision not to penalise his Racing Bulls teammate Arvid Lindblad for their collision during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The FIA clarified that no further action was taken against Lindblad, which left Lawson bemused.
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via CrashFranco Colapinto receives grid penalty for Baku crashFranco Colapinto has been handed a five-place grid penalty for the Malaysian Grand Prix following a collision at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix that involved Pierre Gasly and Lando Norris. Alpine chief Flavio Briatore has expressed disappointment over Colapinto's actions, describing them as a 'very poor move' that impacted the team's performance.
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via Motorsport.comBriatore criticises Colapinto for Azerbaijan GP errorFlavio Briatore expressed his extreme disappointment with Franco Colapinto following Alpine's double retirement at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Briatore described Colapinto's move that resulted in the incident with his team-mate as 'a very poor move'.+ 2 moreSat 26 Sep · 15:36 UTC
via RacingNews365Franco Colapinto hit with further penalty after Azerbaijan calamityFranco Colapinto has been handed a five-place grid penalty for the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix following a collision during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident involved Colapinto crashing into his teammate Pierre Gasly and Lando Norris, resulting in both drivers retiring from the race and Colapinto himself also retiring shortly after.
Initially, Colapinto received a standard 10-second time penalty for causing the collision. However, since he retired before he could serve the penalty, it was converted into a grid drop for the next race. Despite this incident, Colapinto managed to avoid accumulating additional points on his superlicence, keeping his total at four.Sat 26 Sep · 15:33 UTC
via Formula1.comIsack Hadjar praises Baku podium after injury returnIsack Hadjar described his third-place finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as a 'real first' podium after returning from a wrist injury that sidelined him for six weeks. Red Bull's Hadjar received praise from Laurent Mekies, who called his performance 'outstanding'.+ 3 moreSat 26 Sep · 15:25 UTC
via Motorsport.comRed Bull updates on Isack Hadjar's wrist injuryRed Bull Racing's boss Laurent Mekies provided an update on Isack Hadjar's wrist injury following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The team also defended its race strategy involving Max Verstappen and Hadjar amidst criticism.+ 3 moreSat 26 Sep · 14:20 UTC
via PlanetF1Arvid Lindblad apologises to Liam Lawson after Baku clashArvid Lindblad has publicly apologised to his Racing Bulls team-mate Liam Lawson following their collision during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident occurred during a restart, leaving Lawson confused about Lindblad's intentions.
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via f1oversteer.comJacques Villeneuve criticises Oscar Piastri's errorJacques Villeneuve has labelled Oscar Piastri's double lock-up during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as a 'rookie mistake'. The incident caused Piastri to drop to the back of the field in Baku.+ 1 moreSat 26 Sep · 14:14 UTC
via F1iLando Norris apologises to Franco Colapinto after BakuLando Norris has apologised to Franco Colapinto for his post-race comments following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he called for Colapinto to be banned after a collision. Norris admitted it was wrong of him to make such remarks and reached out to the Alpine driver to express his regret.
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