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via RaceFansVerstappen calls Baku qualifying a disaster after issuesMax Verstappen described his qualifying session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as a 'disaster' after experiencing an engine problem that hindered his performance. The Red Bull driver will start from eighth on the grid, expressing disappointment with the team's qualifying issues.
+ 6 moreFri 25 Sep · 14:01 UTC
via RaceFansCarlos Sainz receives grid penalty for Azerbaijan GPCarlos Sainz has been handed a five-place grid penalty for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after breaching yellow flag regulations during qualifying. The penalty comes after Sainz achieved his best qualifying performance of the season with Williams.+ 8 more
via RaceFans2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in pictures | F1 PicturesThe 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix was held at the Baku City Circuit, featuring prominent drivers from various teams. Notable participants included Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris from McLaren, Isack Hadjar from Red Bull, and Fernando Alonso from Aston Martin.
The event showcased a mix of competitive racing and team strategies, with each driver aiming for a strong performance. The picturesque backdrop of Baku added to the excitement of the race, making it a significant event in the 2026 Formula 1 season.Sat 26 Sep · 12:05 UTC
via RacingNews365Oscar Piastri concedes defeat to George RussellOscar Piastri admitted that McLaren had no chance of outpacing George Russell during qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Despite securing third on the grid, Piastri noted he was comfortably behind Russell's pace.
+ 2 moreFri 25 Sep · 13:27 UTC
via f1oversteer.comGeorge Russell takes pole position in BakuGeorge Russell secured pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a remarkable lap time, finishing 0.837 seconds ahead of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. The session saw championship leader Kimi Antonelli crash out in Q1, forcing him to start from 16th place.
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via RacingNews365Kimi Antonelli criticises himself after Baku qualifying crashKimi Antonelli expressed frustration over his qualifying crash at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, labelling it a 'very stupid' mistake that left him starting 16th on the grid. The championship leader acknowledged the need to improve his performance following the unforced error in Q1.+ 13 more
via CrashVerstappen tops final practice ahead of Azerbaijan GPMax Verstappen set the fastest time in the final practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, narrowly beating George Russell. Lewis Hamilton also featured prominently, finishing third as Red Bull and Mercedes prepared for qualifying.
+ 7 moreFri 25 Sep · 09:38 UTC
via f1oversteer.comMax Verstappen tops final practice at Azerbaijan GPMax Verstappen of Red Bull Racing secured the fastest time in the final practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, ending George Russell's dominance in earlier sessions. Russell, driving for Mercedes, finished second, followed by Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton in third.+ 2 moreFri 25 Sep · 09:37 UTC
via CrashSainz impressed by Williams' Baku upgrade performanceCarlos Sainz has expressed surprise at the effectiveness of Williams' recent upgrade package during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Williams team principal James Vowles praised the team's efforts in delivering the improvements, which allowed Sainz to showcase his pace.+ 3 moreFri 25 Sep · 07:53 UTC
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.
+ 2 moreFri 25 Sep · 06:30 UTC
via PlanetF1Kimi Antonelli feels rivals are trying to jinx himKimi Antonelli believes his Formula 1 rivals are attempting to increase pressure on him by suggesting that the championship is already secured. Despite this, he remains unfazed and acknowledges that the mounting pressure could affect him as the season progresses.
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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 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 PlanetF1Audi introduces extensive upgrade for Azerbaijan Grand PrixAudi has unveiled a significant upgrade package for their Formula 1 car ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The update includes numerous new components, marking one of the most comprehensive car updates seen this season.+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 15:18 UTC
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 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.+ 6 moreThu 24 Sep · 13:49 UTC
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 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.+ 5 moreThu 24 Sep · 13:02 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 UTCPage 2 of 22
