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via Motorsport WeekLewis Hamilton baffled by vital Ferrari issue amid underwhelming Baku showingLewis Hamilton expressed confusion over Ferrari's performance during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he qualified and finished in sixth place. Despite Charles Leclerc's strong qualifying position, both drivers faced challenges with race pace, leading Hamilton to question Ferrari's current standing among the teams.
Hamilton highlighted his difficulties with tyre management throughout the weekend, stating that he struggled to get the tyres to switch on effectively. He acknowledged improvements in practice but noted that the issues persisted during the race, impacting their overall competitiveness.
Sat 26 Sep · 16:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comFranco Colapinto penalty revealed for causing Baku F1 pile-upFranco Colapinto has been handed a five-place grid penalty for the upcoming Malaysian Grand Prix due to a collision he caused during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident occurred after a safety car restart when Colapinto locked up and crashed into Pierre Gasly, resulting in both drivers retiring from the race. Lando Norris expressed his frustration, suggesting that Colapinto should face a race ban, although the stewards opted for a grid penalty instead.
The stewards reviewed video evidence and concluded that Colapinto was primarily responsible for the crash, which also involved Lando Norris. They noted that the collision was not influenced by any other driver, leading them to apply the standard penalty for causing a collision. Meanwhile, Arvid Lindblad was not penalised for a separate incident involving Liam Lawson, as it was determined to be a consequence of the chaos triggered by Colapinto's actions.
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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 AutosportBriatore to reflect on necessary action after Colapinto's "poor" Baku blunderFlavio Briatore, the Alpine Formula 1 chief, expressed his disappointment with Franco Colapinto's actions during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where Colapinto collided with his teammate Pierre Gasly, resulting in both drivers retiring from the race. Briatore described the incident as a 'very poor move' and acknowledged the loss of valuable championship points for the team.
Colapinto's crash occurred during a restart on lap 36, where he locked his front tyres and crashed into Gasly, also affecting Lando Norris. Briatore stated that he would reflect on the incident and consider necessary actions to prevent similar occurrences in the future, while Colapinto has taken full responsibility for his mistake.
Sat 26 Sep · 15:38 UTC
via Motorsport.comFlavio Briatore criticises Franco Colapinto's errorFlavio Briatore, Alpine's executive, expressed his extreme disappointment with Franco Colapinto's actions during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, labelling it as a 'very poor move'. Briatore indicated that Alpine may consider taking further action following the team's double retirement from the race.+ 1 moreSat 26 Sep · 15:36 UTC
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.
Sat 26 Sep · 14:53 UTC
via Motorsport.comFranco Colapinto apologises for Azerbaijan GP crashFranco Colapinto has expressed regret after a crash during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix that eliminated both his Alpine teammate Pierre Gasly and McLaren's Lando Norris. Colapinto described the incident as a 'big mistake' and acknowledged the significant impact it had on their races.+ 1 moreSat 26 Sep · 13:37 UTC
via Motorsport.comLando Norris calls for ban for Franco ColapintoLando Norris has demanded a race ban for Franco Colapinto following a collision that eliminated both him and Pierre Gasly during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Colapinto has since apologised for what he described as a 'big mistake'.+ 14 more
via f1oversteer.comLewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen agree about Ferrari after frustrating Azerbaijan Grand PrixLewis Hamilton expressed frustration after finishing sixth in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, marking his sixth consecutive race without a podium. He struggled with car balance and straight-line speed, voicing concerns about Ferrari's performance and power relative to other teams. Hamilton's complaints included issues with understeer and battery deployment, which he felt hindered his race.
Max Verstappen echoed Hamilton's sentiments, highlighting Ferrari's weaknesses on the straights. Despite Hamilton's struggles, he remains in third place in the championship standings, aided by Lando Norris' retirement. Meanwhile, Ferrari managed to maintain their position ahead of McLaren in the constructors' standings, despite a challenging race.
Sat 26 Sep · 13:08 UTC
via RaceFansNorris calls for race ban for Colapinto after Baku crashLando Norris has called for a race ban for Franco Colapinto following a crash during the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix that ended both their races. Norris described Colapinto's actions as 'careless' and expressed dissatisfaction with the 10-second penalty handed to the Alpine driver.
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via RaceFansMercedes overtake Ferrari to become F1’s most successful engine builder | Formula 1Mercedes has officially become the most successful engine builder in Formula 1 history after securing their 252nd victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. This achievement allows them to surpass Ferrari, who had held the record for the most wins since 2004.
The majority of Mercedes' victories have come from their factory team, but they have also benefited from customer teams like McLaren, which contributed 101 wins. Other contributors include Brawn GP, which won eight races in 2009, and Racing Point, which claimed one victory in 2020. In contrast, Ferrari's record includes only one win that was not achieved by their factory team.Sat 26 Sep · 12:57 UTC
via RacingNews365Franco 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.
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via gpfans.comF1 star OUT of Azerbaijan Grand Prix as safety car deployedAlex Albon crashed his Williams car into the Tecpro barriers during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, leading to the deployment of the safety car. The incident occurred on lap 31, resulting in three drivers not finishing the race.
Following the crash, Albon reassured fans that he was unharmed. The safety car allowed several drivers to pit, taking advantage of the situation to save time during the race.
Sat 26 Sep · 12:10 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell's lead erased by safety car in BakuGeorge Russell's advantage during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix was nullified when a safety car was deployed. The incident added to the drama of the race, which also saw Franco Colapinto involved in a significant incident for Alpine.Sat 26 Sep · 12:09 UTC
via Motorsport.comAlex Albon and Carlos Sainz reveal F1 boys' trip plansAlex Albon and Carlos Sainz have announced plans for a boys' trip in Asia, taking advantage of the schedule between the Bahrain Grand Prix and the Singapore Grand Prix. They mentioned that several Formula 1 drivers will join them, and Albon expressed excitement about the trip during an interview ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
The trip comes as Sainz faces a five-place grid penalty for failing to slow under yellow flag conditions, starting the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from 14th position. Both drivers are currently positioned low in the championship standings, with Sainz in 16th and Albon in 17th.Sat 26 Sep · 10:43 UTC
via CrashFred Vasseur admits “it’s hard to work at Ferrari” amid recent firing rumoursFerrari team principal Fred Vasseur has acknowledged the challenges of working at Ferrari amid speculation about his position. He addressed recent rumours of intra-team friction and the pressure surrounding the team, particularly following Lewis Hamilton's retirement at the Spanish Grand Prix and his subsequent denial of calling for changes at Ferrari.
Vasseur, who received a contract extension in July 2025, commented on the difficulties faced by the team, especially during qualifying sessions. He noted that the lack of serenity within the team does not help their performance, as seen in the recent Azerbaijan Grand Prix where Charles Leclerc qualified second but was significantly behind George Russell. Vasseur remains focused on improving the team's performance despite these challenges.Sat 26 Sep · 09:10 UTC
via Motorsport WeekCharles Leclerc pins hopes on crucial Ferrari trait to challenge in BakuCharles Leclerc is optimistic about Ferrari's race pace as he prepares for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, having secured a surprising second place on the grid despite the team's struggles in free practice. He noted that while the car felt better during qualifying, the significant gap to George Russell remains a concern, particularly regarding straight-line speed and tyre management.
Leclerc highlighted the unpredictability of the car this weekend, which has hindered his ability to take risks on the tight Baku circuit. He remains hopeful that the SF-26 will show its strengths during the race, as it often performs better than in qualifying. Leclerc is determined to give his best effort to challenge for victory against Russell.Sat 26 Sep · 05:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comGuenther Steiner calls out Williams over F1 infrastructure complaints: "Crocodile tears"Guenther Steiner, the former Haas Formula 1 team principal, has publicly criticised Williams's complaints regarding capital expenditure limits, labelling them as 'crocodile tears'. He questioned team principal James Vowles for shifting the timeline of the team's recovery and argued that Williams's historical lack of investment is to blame for their current struggles.
Steiner emphasised that Williams should not blame the current financial regulations for their outdated facilities, suggesting that they have not maximised their budget cap spending over the past five years. He pointed out that other teams have successfully negotiated allowances for facility upgrades, implying that Williams needs to take more initiative in addressing their infrastructure issues.Fri 25 Sep · 20:23 UTC
via gpfans.comLewis Hamilton and Ferrari in turmoil after Mercedes humiliation at Azerbaijan Grand PrixLewis Hamilton and Ferrari faced a disappointing qualifying session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with Hamilton finishing sixth and over 1.3 seconds behind pole position. Despite upgrades to the car, Ferrari's performance fell short, leaving Hamilton feeling dejected and questioning the team's strategy.
The struggles of Ferrari continue as they have not won a drivers' championship since 2007, highlighting ongoing issues within the team. Hamilton's hopes of competing for the title have diminished significantly, and the team appears to be in turmoil as they grapple with their performance and strategy.Fri 25 Sep · 18:58 UTC
via the-race.comAlpine's surprise assist with its 2026 F1 revivalAlpine has announced that Daniil Kvyat, a former Red Bull driver, has returned to the team as a simulator driver for the 2026 Formula 1 season. Kvyat, who has a history with Alpine as a reserve driver in 2021, has been working alongside reserve drivers Paul Aron and Kush Maini, contributing to both simulator duties and race weekend support.
Kvyat has played a significant role in helping Alpine improve its performance during the season, particularly during races in Japan and Canada. The team has seen a resurgence in competitiveness following a switch to Mercedes engines, and Kvyat's experience and feedback have been valuable assets in their revival efforts.
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