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via CrashCould Alpine bench Franco Colapinto for Malaysia and who could replace him?Alpine is contemplating disciplinary action against Franco Colapinto following a significant crash during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he took out both his teammate Pierre Gasly and McLaren's Lando Norris. Flavio Briatore, Alpine's chief, expressed his disappointment and indicated that the team would reflect on the situation to determine appropriate measures, which could range from a warning to benching Colapinto for the upcoming race in Malaysia.
If Alpine decides to replace Colapinto, their options are limited to reserve drivers Paul Aron and Kush Maini, with Aron likely being the preferred choice due to his experience in Formula 1 practice sessions. Other potential candidates include Daniil Kvyat and Mercedes reserve driver Frederik Vesti, but there are concerns about their performance compared to Colapinto, who has contributed significantly to the team's points this season.
Sun 27 Sep · 08:53 UTC
via Motorsport.comMercedes did not expect Monza repeat from AntonelliMercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord stated that Kimi Antonelli was never expected to replicate his previous performance from Monza during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. George Russell secured victory at the Baku City Circuit, converting his pole position into a win for Mercedes.
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via racer.comLando Norris faces backlash over Colapinto commentsLando Norris has faced significant backlash after calling for Franco Colapinto to be banned from Formula 1 following a multi-car incident at the Baku restart. The controversy has drawn responses from Argentine politicians, media figures, and fans, with Alpine also condemning online abuse directed at drivers.
via f1oversteer.comLando Norris is already in disbelief over what he's heard about Mercedes' 'big upgrade' for SepangLando Norris has voiced skepticism regarding claims from Mercedes about a significant upgrade expected for the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix. According to reports, some sources within Mercedes suggest that the upgrade could provide a half-second improvement in lap time, a notion Norris dismissed as unrealistic, stating that typical upgrades yield only two-tenths of a second.
The discussion arose after George Russell's recent pole position at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he won by a narrow margin of 0.196 seconds. This upcoming upgrade will be only the second major enhancement for the Mercedes W17 this season, following an earlier update introduced at the Canadian Grand Prix.
Sun 27 Sep · 06:30 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell wins 2026 Azerbaijan Grand PrixGeorge Russell of Mercedes secured his first victory since June at the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The final results were confirmed following the application of penalties.
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via f1oversteer.comLiam Lawson reflects on tough Azerbaijan Grand PrixLiam Lawson expressed disappointment after being taken out of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix by his Racing Bulls teammate Arvid Lindblad. Despite the setback, Lawson remains focused on the team's goals moving forward.+ 1 moreSat 26 Sep · 20:00 UTC
via espn.comAlpine to weigh 'course of action' after double DNFAlpine Racing is set to review its options following a double retirement at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where Franco Colapinto's error led to both him and teammate Pierre Gasly crashing out. The incident occurred during a safety car restart, impacting their chances for points as both cars were in competitive positions.
Flavio Briatore, Alpine's team principal, expressed disappointment over the incident, stating that such mistakes should not happen, especially when both cars were performing well. Colapinto acknowledged his responsibility for the crash, apologising to his team and Gasly, while Norris suggested that Colapinto should face a race ban for his actions.
Sat 26 Sep · 18:47 UTC
via RacingNews365Liam Lawson baffled after being 'smoked' by Arvid LindbladLiam Lawson expressed confusion after being involved in a collision with his Racing Bulls teammate Arvid Lindblad during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The crash occurred during a restart on lap 36, following a separate incident that involved multiple drivers, including Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly. Lawson reported that he was hit hard from the left, resulting in significant damage to his car and forcing him to retire from the race.
In interviews, Lawson described the incident, noting that he was trying to give space to Esteban Ocon when Lindblad made contact. Despite Lindblad's apology and explanation that he locked up and had nowhere to go, Lawson remained perplexed about the situation. The stewards reviewed the incident and concluded that it was a typical first-corner incident with no driver predominantly at fault.Sat 26 Sep · 18:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Lando Norris apologises to Franco Colapinto after commentsLando Norris has issued an apology to Franco Colapinto for his remarks following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he suggested Colapinto should face a race ban after a collision. Norris admitted that his comments were inappropriate and acknowledged the backlash he faced, including online abuse.+ 3 moreSat 26 Sep · 17:20 UTC
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 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 RacingNews365Flavio Briatore criticises Franco Colapinto's Baku errorFlavio Briatore has expressed his disappointment with Franco Colapinto following a costly incident during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The Alpine chief hinted at potential consequences for Colapinto after his 'very poor' move that affected the team's chances for a double points finish.+ 3 moreSat 26 Sep · 15:55 UTC
via espn.comNorris hits out after Baku pile-up DNF with AlpineLando Norris expressed his frustration after being taken out of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to a collision caused by Franco Colapinto. Following the incident, Norris stated that there are drivers who do not belong in Formula 1, implying that Colapinto's actions were unacceptable. The crash occurred during a Safety Car restart on lap 36, leading to both Norris and Pierre Gasly retiring from the race.
Colapinto acknowledged his mistake and accepted responsibility, apologising to his team and teammates. He received a 10-second time penalty, which will affect his grid position in the next race. Gasly, visibly upset, highlighted the significant points lost due to the incident, while also emphasising the importance of respect in their working relationship.Sat 26 Sep · 15:51 UTC
via RaceFansLiam Lawson questions lack of penalty for Arvid LindbladLiam Lawson expressed confusion over the decision not to penalise his Racing Bulls teammate Arvid Lindblad for their collision during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The FIA clarified that no further action was taken against Lindblad, which left Lawson bemused.
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via CrashFranco Colapinto receives grid penalty for Baku crashFranco Colapinto has been handed a five-place grid penalty for the Malaysian Grand Prix following a collision at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix that involved Pierre Gasly and Lando Norris. Alpine chief Flavio Briatore has expressed disappointment over Colapinto's actions, describing them as a 'very poor move' that impacted the team's performance.+ 4 moreSat 26 Sep · 15:43 UTC
via Motorsport.comBriatore criticises Colapinto for Azerbaijan GP errorFlavio Briatore expressed his extreme disappointment with Franco Colapinto following Alpine's double retirement at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Briatore described Colapinto's move that resulted in the incident with his team-mate as 'a very poor move'.+ 2 moreSat 26 Sep · 15:36 UTC
via PlanetF1Arvid Lindblad apologises to Liam Lawson after Baku clashArvid Lindblad has publicly apologised to his Racing Bulls team-mate Liam Lawson following their collision during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident occurred during a restart, leaving Lawson confused about Lindblad's intentions.
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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.
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via Formula1.comFranco Colapinto apologises for Azerbaijan GP crashFranco Colapinto has expressed regret for his actions during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he collided with his Alpine teammate Pierre Gasly and McLaren's Lando Norris. The incident occurred during a safety car restart, resulting in both drivers being taken out of the race.
+ 2 moreSat 26 Sep · 13:49 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 morePage 8 of 47