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via the-race.comShock inaction over Baku's other F1 team-mate clash explainedDuring the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, a collision between Racing Bulls team-mates Liam Lawson and Oliver Lindblad resulted in significant damage to Lawson's car. Despite the incident being investigated, the stewards decided no further action was necessary, attributing the collision to a chain reaction from a separate incident involving Franco Colapinto, Pierre Gasly, and Lando Norris.
Lindblad acknowledged the chaotic nature of the race restart and apologised for the clash, while Lawson expressed his confusion over the ruling. The stewards' decision has raised questions about the criteria used for penalising team-mate collisions, as Lawson indicated he would not protest against Lindblad.
Sat 26 Sep · 16:06 UTC
via RacingNews365Isack Hadjar discovers podium fate after Azerbaijan GP investigationIsack Hadjar has retained his third-place finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix following a stewards' investigation into a practice start infringement. The French driver, who had missed the previous three races due to a wrist injury, was found to have failed to follow race director instructions during reconnaissance laps but was given a warning instead of a reprimand due to mitigating circumstances.
In related news, Carlos Sainz was allowed to keep his 10th place finish after being found to have followed incorrect instructions from his team. Valtteri Bottas escaped penalty after a crash, while Gabriel Bortoleto received a 10-second time penalty for overtaking under yellow flags, dropping him from 13th to 15th.
Sat 26 Sep · 16:00 UTC
via RaceFansStewards explains decision not to penalise Lindblad for colliding with Lawson | Formula 1The stewards at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix clarified their decision not to penalise Arvid Lindblad for colliding with his teammate Liam Lawson. The collision happened when Lindblad hit Lawson's car, causing Lawson to spin, shortly after the first Safety Car restart.
The stewards determined that the collision was a result of a preceding incident involving two Alpine drivers and Lando Norris. They noted that Lindblad was caught in a three-car situation, and the circumstances leading to the crash were deemed to mitigate his responsibility.
Sat 26 Sep · 15:45 UTC
via Motorsport.comRed Bull defends Azerbaijan GP strategy amid criticismRed Bull Racing has defended its strategy during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, rejecting criticism regarding the lack of team orders. Former Formula 1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has supported Red Bull's approach, particularly in the closing stages of the race.
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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.
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via f1oversteer.comJolyon Palmer mocks Isack Hadjar for being ‘the best guy in the world’ vs Max Verstappen in BakuDuring the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Jolyon Palmer mocked Isack Hadjar for being overly compliant with Max Verstappen, suggesting he should have fought harder for position. Both Red Bull drivers ended up on the podium, marking their first joint podium since the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix, with Hadjar praised for his pace after returning from injury.
Palmer highlighted Hadjar's reluctance to challenge Verstappen during the race, questioning whether the Red Bull team was hesitant to ask Verstappen to concede his position. Despite Palmer's criticism, both drivers performed well, with Verstappen narrowly missing out on victory after two safety car periods.Sat 26 Sep · 14:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Hadjar and Sainz face investigation after Baku raceIsack Hadjar's third-place finish and Carlos Sainz's tenth place at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix are under investigation by the FIA due to alleged practice-start infringements. Both drivers have been summoned to meet with the race stewards to discuss the matter.+ 1 moreSat 26 Sep · 13:44 UTCvia RacingNews365Isack Hadjar cautious after podium finish in BakuIsack Hadjar expressed caution regarding his health following his third-place finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver, who recently returned from injury, revealed that his left wrist felt 'numb' after the race.+ 2 moreSat 26 Sep · 13:04 UTC
via newsonf1.comHadjar admits he deliberately held back in BakuIsack Hadjar revealed that he intentionally held back during the Baku qualifying session, prioritising his recovery from a wrist injury. Despite this, he managed to secure a P4 position, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen, who encountered technical issues. Hadjar expressed that while the result was encouraging, it did not reflect his full potential as he aimed to avoid any mistakes that could jeopardise his recovery.
In his comments, Hadjar acknowledged that he felt Verstappen had outperformed him throughout the weekend. He noted that his absence from the previous races hindered his ability to compete for a front-row position. Hadjar reported that his wrist was coping well, and he completed extensive simulator laps to prepare for the race, indicating his confidence in fighting for a strong position if he starts from fourth.
via f1chronicle.comIsack Hadjar praises Red Bull's progress in BakuIsack Hadjar has expressed satisfaction with the performance of Red Bull's RB22 during his return at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. After missing three races due to a wrist injury, Hadjar noted that the car feels better than when he last drove it.
via RacingNews365Liam Lawson pins Baku struggles on 'frustrating' area: 'We’re a lot worse now'Liam Lawson expressed frustration over his qualifying performance for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he will start from 12th position. He attributed his struggles to the Racing Bulls' lack of straight-line speed, which hindered his ability to compete for a top 10 spot alongside teammate Arvid Lindblad.
Despite the disappointing qualifying result, Lawson remains optimistic about the race, stating that he would love to score points. He acknowledged that while the team has made progress with the car, they are currently at a disadvantage compared to other teams with more powerful engines, particularly on tracks with long straights.Fri 25 Sep · 18:15 UTC
via CrashIsack Hadjar claims he could have qualified second in BakuIsack Hadjar qualified fourth for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix but believes he could have secured a front-row start if he had not missed the last three races. The Red Bull driver expressed confidence in his performance, stating that a better grid position was achievable.
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via Motorsport.comIsack Hadjar bullish: If I hadn't missed three races, I'd be second on the gridIsack Hadjar, driving for Red Bull Racing, qualified fourth for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix but expressed confidence that he could have secured second place if he had not missed the previous three races due to a wrist injury. His qualifying time was just 0.137 seconds slower than Charles Leclerc, who took second, while Hadjar outperformed Max Verstappen, who qualified eighth.
Hadjar described his approach during the comeback as cautious, aiming to avoid risks while gradually building confidence. He acknowledged improvements in his car's handling since his last race in Hungary, but admitted that Mercedes still had a significant speed advantage, particularly in straight-line performance. This qualifying result marks Hadjar's best performance since the season opener in Melbourne.Fri 25 Sep · 14:36 UTC
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 UTCvia 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 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.+ 1 moreFri 25 Sep · 06:00 UTC
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 f1oversteer.comLiam Lawson frustrated by Arvid Lindblad's Baku clashLiam Lawson expressed his confusion and frustration regarding the collision with his Racing Bulls teammate Arvid Lindblad during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Lindblad has received praise for his apology following the incident, which left Lawson's race compromised.+ 3 moreThu 24 Sep · 17:00 UTC
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.+ 2 moreThu 24 Sep · 15:53 UTC
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.Thu 24 Sep · 15:30 UTCPage 1 of 14
