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via RaceFansGeorge Russell secures pole for Azerbaijan Grand PrixGeorge Russell will start the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix from pole position for Mercedes. The starting grid has been adjusted due to penalties affecting several drivers.
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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.
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via RacingNews365George Russell secures pole position in BakuGeorge Russell achieved pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a remarkable lap time that was 0.837 seconds faster than Charles Leclerc, marking the largest margin since Canada 2023. Russell's performance silenced previous doubts from Jacques Villeneuve and showcased his dominance during the qualifying session.
via gpfans.comGeorge Russell secures pole for Azerbaijan Grand PrixGeorge Russell has achieved provisional pole position for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, driving for Mercedes. He was followed closely by Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri in the qualifying session held in Baku.
+ 6 moreFri 25 Sep · 11:47 UTC
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 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.+ 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 f1chronicle.comLewis Hamilton Admits Chasing George Russell, Not Kimi Antonelli, Is Now His Real Championship BattleLewis Hamilton has acknowledged that he is unlikely to catch Kimi Antonelli in the Drivers' Championship, as he trails by 101 points. Instead, he is now focusing on George Russell, who is just 20 points ahead of him in the standings. Hamilton believes that finishing second or maintaining third place would be a significant achievement for him and Ferrari this season, especially after a challenging 2025 campaign.
As the Azerbaijan Grand Prix approaches, Hamilton is preparing for a crucial triple header of races. He has expressed optimism about Ferrari's recent improvements and is determined to address execution issues that have hindered their performance. With 83 points available in the upcoming races, Hamilton's strategy has shifted to defending his position against Russell and Lando Norris, marking a change in his championship aspirations.
via RacingNews365Kimi Antonelli praises Baku recovery after lost practice timeKimi Antonelli, the current Formula 1 championship leader, expressed satisfaction with his recovery during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after losing significant practice time. Despite the setback, Antonelli managed to secure the second-fastest time in the final practice session.+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 19:00 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 Formula1.comKimi Antonelli praises recovery after Baku practice issuesKimi Antonelli described his performance in practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as a 'good recovery' following a hydraulic issue and a fire that damaged his engine. Despite losing significant track time in the first two practice sessions, the Mercedes driver finished second-quickest in the final hour of running.
+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 15:42 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 Motorsport.comGeorge Russell tops Azerbaijan Grand Prix practice sessionGeorge Russell of Mercedes finished first in the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, outperforming his teammate Kimi Antonelli. The results indicate a strong performance from Mercedes as they prepare for the race weekend.
+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 13:06 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 UTCPage 3 of 38
