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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 F1iVerstappen doubts better grid spot could have denied RussellMax Verstappen finished second in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, acknowledging that George Russell had superior pace throughout the race. Despite starting from eighth due to qualifying troubles, Verstappen managed to climb through the field but found it challenging to overtake Oscar Piastri and ultimately could not threaten Russell's lead.
Verstappen noted that even with a better starting position, Russell's performance would likely have kept him ahead. The race was influenced by two safety cars, which allowed Verstappen to switch to softer tyres, enhancing his performance in the final laps. However, he concluded that Russell's pace would have made it difficult to secure a victory regardless of his starting position.
Sat 26 Sep · 16:09 UTC
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 the-race.comGeorge Russell achieves first Grand Slam in BakuGeorge Russell secured his first Grand Slam at the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, marking a significant milestone in his career. Meanwhile, Red Bull Racing celebrated their first double podium finish in over two years, while Lance Stroll faced his fourth consecutive did not finish.
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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.comGeorge Russell wins Azerbaijan Grand Prix by 0.196sGeorge Russell secured victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, finishing just 0.196 seconds ahead of Max Verstappen. The win marked one of the closest finishes in Formula 1 history, showcasing Russell's strong performance throughout the race.
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via CrashGeorge Russell and Max Verstappen land Ferrari dig in cooldown room after Azerbaijan GPGeorge Russell and Max Verstappen shared their thoughts on Ferrari's performance after the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, highlighting the team's lack of competitiveness. Russell secured his third victory of the season, narrowly beating Verstappen, while Ferrari's drivers, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, finished fourth and sixth respectively, unable to challenge for the podium.
In the cooldown room, Russell noted that Ferrari's pace was not impressive, with Verstappen agreeing that they were slow on the straights. Despite Leclerc's strong qualifying position, he lost ground early in the race and could not keep up with the frontrunners. Russell and Verstappen dominated the race, finishing well ahead of the rest of the field.
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via CrashFrederic Vasseur responds to Ferrari exit speculationFrederic Vasseur has addressed rumours regarding his potential exit from Ferrari, stating that such speculation is unfounded. The team principal's comments come amid ongoing discussions about the team's performance and future direction.+ 2 moreSat 26 Sep · 14:29 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 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 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.+ 11 more
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 RacingNews365Isack Hadjar's Azerbaijan podium under investigationIsack Hadjar's third-place finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix is now under scrutiny as the FIA investigates alleged practice-start infringements. Hadjar, who celebrated his second podium of the season, may face consequences following a summons from the race stewards.
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via RacingNews365Verstappen falls short in Azerbaijan Grand PrixMax Verstappen finished just 0.196 seconds behind George Russell in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, admitting he was 'trying everything' to secure victory. Despite his efforts, Verstappen's pursuit of a win in 2026 continues as he remains without a race victory this season.+ 3 moreSat 26 Sep · 13:25 UTC
via Motorsport.comLando Norris calls for race ban for Franco ColapintoLando Norris has demanded a one-race ban for Franco Colapinto following a collision that ended both their races at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident has sparked mixed reactions from fellow drivers, with some defending Colapinto's aggressive racing style.+ 15 more
via 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.+ 1 moreSat 26 Sep · 13:04 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell claims third win in Azerbaijan Grand PrixGeorge Russell secured his third victory of the season at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, marking a significant achievement in his Formula 1 career. Following the win, Russell expressed that the title race is now at a 'crunch time' as he aims to close the gap on Kimi Antonelli's championship lead.+ 1 moreSat 26 Sep · 13:04 UTC
via RaceFansNorris apologises to Colapinto after race ban demandLando Norris has issued an apology to Franco Colapinto after calling for a race ban following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix incident. Norris acknowledged that his comments were inappropriate and reached out to Colapinto to express his regret.
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via Motorsport WeekGeorge Russell wins Azerbaijan Grand Prix for MercedesGeorge Russell secured his first career Grand Slam by winning the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, leading every lap from pole position. The Mercedes driver held off a late challenge from Max Verstappen to claim victory at the Baku Street Circuit.+ 3 moreSat 26 Sep · 13:03 UTCPage 13 of 67