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via newsonf1.comRalf Schumacher supports Tsolov over Lawson for 2027Ralf Schumacher has expressed his belief that Red Bull should promote Nikola Tsolov to the Racing Bulls for the 2027 season instead of retaining Liam Lawson. This comes despite Lawson's strong performances while substituting for Isack Hadjar.
via gpfans.comGeorge Russell secures pole position in BakuGeorge Russell achieved pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, providing him with a significant opportunity to reduce Kimi Antonelli's championship lead. This comes after Russell's Mercedes team-mate crashed out during the qualifying session.
via RacingNews365Red Bull addresses car issues raised by Max VerstappenRed Bull Racing has introduced its final significant upgrade package for the RB22 in Baku, aiming to resolve long-standing car issues highlighted by Max Verstappen. Technical director Pierre Waché confirmed that the correlation from the upgrades is positive as the team shifts its focus for the remainder of the season.
via PlanetF1Russell tells Antonelli pressure is now on himGeorge Russell stated that Kimi Antonelli is now under pressure in their title fight following his recent victory in Azerbaijan. Antonelli, however, believes he can ignore the pressure from rivals who claim the championship is already his.
via gpfans.comLewis Hamilton reposts bizarre AI video of rapping car ride with Max Verstappen and coLewis Hamilton recently shared a quirky AI-generated video on his Instagram, showcasing a car ride where he and Max Verstappen rap along to Migos' song 'Walk It Talk It'. The video also features Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli, who are seen in the back seats, adding to the light-hearted nature of the clip.
The video is part of a collection from an account that creates similar AI content, swapping famous personalities into various scenarios. While Hamilton's engagement with AI has been noted, the video has sparked discussions about the environmental impact of such technology, contrasting with his advocacy for climate change.
via f1oversteer.comRalf Schumacher claims Liam Lawson's seat is at riskRalf Schumacher has suggested that Red Bull is preparing to replace Liam Lawson in the Racing Bulls line-up. Despite being the team's highest-paid driver, Lawson's position remains uncertain following a disappointing performance in Azerbaijan.
via racer.comHamilton urges changes after near-miss with LawsonLewis Hamilton has called for changes to Formula 1’s engine management system following a high-speed near-miss with Liam Lawson during practice in Baku. Hamilton received a reprimand from the stewards for impeding Lawson, highlighting concerns over safety with the current regulations.
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.
via f1oversteer.comLiam Lawson's data implicated in Arvid Lindblad's crashJolyon Palmer suggested that Liam Lawson's data misled Arvid Lindblad, contributing to the latter's crash during the second practice session in Azerbaijan. Lindblad's session ended early after he made contact with the barriers, resulting in red flags.
via RaceFansHamilton and Lawson call for F1 rule changes after near-missLewis Hamilton has urged for changes to Formula 1's engine management system following a high-speed near-miss with Liam Lawson during practice in Baku, which resulted in Hamilton receiving a reprimand. Both drivers have expressed concerns that current regulations are creating dangerous situations on track due to high closing speeds.
via CrashLewis Hamilton blames F1 rules for Baku near-miss: ‘Not the drivers’ fault'Lewis Hamilton has attributed his near-miss with Liam Lawson during the second practice session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix to the new engine regulations introduced for the 2026 season. Hamilton was on an out-lap and harvesting energy when Lawson, on a hot lap, had to take evasive action to avoid a collision, leading to Lawson's furious reaction over team radio. Both drivers have been summoned by the stewards for an investigation into the incident.
Hamilton explained that the current rules leave drivers with significantly reduced power during out-laps, which can create dangerous situations on track. He expressed his frustration with the lack of guidelines regarding closing speeds and suggested that discussions should take place among drivers to address these issues. Hamilton hopes that a solution can be found to prevent similar incidents in the future.
via racer.comGeorge Russell leads practice sessions at Baku Grand PrixGeorge Russell topped both practice sessions at the Baku City Circuit, giving Mercedes a significant 0.8-second advantage over the rest of the field. However, Mercedes downplayed this dominance, suggesting that differing run plans among drivers may not make the times fully representative.
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.
via CrashLewis Hamilton receives reprimand for Azerbaijan incidentLewis Hamilton has received a reprimand from Formula 1 stewards following a dangerous near-miss with Liam Lawson during the second practice session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Hamilton expressed his intention to discuss the incident with fellow drivers in light of the current power unit regulations.
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.
via RacingNews365Lewis Hamilton receives punishment for Baku incidentLewis Hamilton has been punished by the stewards following a 'dangerous' incident involving Liam Lawson during the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The FIA confirmed the decision after Hamilton was called to the stewards for his actions.
via PlanetF1Lewis Hamilton reprimanded for impeding Liam LawsonLewis Hamilton received a reprimand from the FIA stewards for impeding Liam Lawson during the second practice session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Lawson expressed concerns about Formula 1's regulations, stating they contribute to dangerous situations on track.
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.
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.
via RacingNews365Arvid Lindblad becomes first Baku casualty with costly red flagArvid Lindblad, driving for Racing Bulls, became the first casualty of the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix after crashing during Free Practice 2. The incident took place at the narrow Castle section, where Lindblad ran wide at Turn 8 and hit the wall, resulting in a red flag for the session.
Lindblad had shown promising pace, finishing eighth in Free Practice 1, but his crash ended his session prematurely. He expressed regret to his team, noting that he had clipped the wall by a small margin, and the team will assess any potential internal damage to the car after the session.Page 5 of 37