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Next race
Austin GP
Round 20 · Circuit of the Americas
Weekend sessions
- Laps
- 56
- Length
- 5.513 km
- Race distance
- 308.405 km
- Lap record
- 1:36.169 · Charles Leclerc / Ferrari / 2019
Championship fight
Driver standings
Gap: 102 pts
Last round 19: 20 / 2 pts
Constructor standings
Gap: 134 pts
Last weekend
Singapore
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Championship fight
Driver standings
Gap: 102 pts
Last round 19: 20 / 2 pts
Constructor standings
Gap: 134 pts
Season progress
2026 · 17 completed · 6 upcoming · 2 cancelled

Source: Official Team Post via X
Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto Penalized for Yellow Flag Breach in Azerbaijan GP
Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto received a time penalty for overtaking under yellow flags during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The penalty saw him drop from P13 to P15 in a challenging race for the team.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Piastri Reflects on Baku GP Setback: 'Certainly Took Me by Surprise'
Oscar Piastri had a promising start at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, only to see his hopes dashed by a costly lock-up. Despite the setback, Piastri remains optimistic about the positives from his performance.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Russell Triumphs in Baku: Key Moments from the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
George Russell claimed victory in Azerbaijan, narrowing the championship gap with teammate Kimi Antonelli. Meanwhile, Red Bull celebrated a double podium, and a chaotic Safety Car restart reshuffled the race order.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Russell Seizes Pole in Azerbaijan as Antonelli's Qualifying Hopes Crash
George Russell claimed pole position for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a commanding performance. Meanwhile, Kimi Antonelli's qualifying session ended prematurely after an unexpected crash in Q1.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Can George Russell Maintain His Edge in Azerbaijan?
Mercedes' George Russell has made a strong start in Baku, outpacing teammate Kimi Antonelli. The question remains whether Russell can keep up his momentum and challenge for the title.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto Penalized for Yellow Flag Breach in Azerbaijan GP
Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto received a time penalty for overtaking under yellow flags during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The penalty saw him drop from P13 to P15 in a challenging race for the team.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Piastri Reflects on Baku GP Setback: 'Certainly Took Me by Surprise'
Oscar Piastri had a promising start at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, only to see his hopes dashed by a costly lock-up. Despite the setback, Piastri remains optimistic about the positives from his performance.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Russell Triumphs in Baku: Key Moments from the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
George Russell claimed victory in Azerbaijan, narrowing the championship gap with teammate Kimi Antonelli. Meanwhile, Red Bull celebrated a double podium, and a chaotic Safety Car restart reshuffled the race order.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Russell Seizes Pole in Azerbaijan as Antonelli's Qualifying Hopes Crash
George Russell claimed pole position for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a commanding performance. Meanwhile, Kimi Antonelli's qualifying session ended prematurely after an unexpected crash in Q1.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Can George Russell Maintain His Edge in Azerbaijan?
Mercedes' George Russell has made a strong start in Baku, outpacing teammate Kimi Antonelli. The question remains whether Russell can keep up his momentum and challenge for the title.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Final Practice in Azerbaijan: Verstappen Leads the Pack in FP3
Max Verstappen topped the charts in the final practice session of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, edging out George Russell and Lewis Hamilton. With qualifying looming, the stage is set for a competitive battle on Baku's challenging street circuit.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Laurent Mekies Sets Clear Goals for Isack Hadjar's Continued Journey with Red Bull
Red Bull's Isack Hadjar has secured his seat alongside Max Verstappen for another season, with team boss Laurent Mekies emphasizing continued progress. Mekies outlined Hadjar's development as a key reason for his contract extension.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Verstappen Tops Final Practice in Baku, Edging Out Russell and Hamilton
Max Verstappen claimed the fastest lap in the final practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, narrowly beating George Russell and Lewis Hamilton. The Red Bull driver set a blistering 1m 43.922s lap time on the dusty Baku circuit.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Alex Dunne Secures First 2026 F2 Victory in Baku to Revive Title Hopes
Alex Dunne clinched his first Formula 2 win of the season in Baku, reigniting his championship ambitions. The Rodin Motorsport driver now sits just eight points behind the leader, Rafael Camara.
Form guide
Last 3 race finishes — top 5 in the championship
| Driver | R19 | R18 | R17 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd | 2nd | 5th | |
| 9th | 20th | 1st | |
| 6th | 3rd | 6th | |
| 1st | 1st | 2nd | |
| 2nd | 4th | 4th |

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Kimi Antonelli Reflects on Costly Error in Azerbaijan Qualifying
Kimi Antonelli's Azerbaijan Grand Prix qualifying session ended abruptly with a crash into the wall at Turn 1, leaving him 16th on the grid. Despite the setback, he remains optimistic about recovering positions in the race.

Source: Official Team Post via X
George Russell Delivers 'Perfect Lap' for Pole in Baku
George Russell clinched pole position at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with what he called 'the perfect lap.' Despite challenges from Ferrari and Red Bull, Russell's performance left rivals trailing.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Leclerc's Baku Qualifying Leaves Mixed Emotions as Hamilton Feels Like a 'Sitting Duck'
Charles Leclerc secured P2 in Baku but was left pondering the significant gap to pole-sitter George Russell. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton lamented his lack of tow during Q3, describing himself as a 'sitting duck'.

Verstappen Critiques Red Bull After Troublesome Azerbaijan GP Qualifying
Max Verstappen expressed frustration with Red Bull's performance after qualifying eighth in Baku, citing engine and battery issues. Despite a strong start in practice, qualifying woes left him far from pole position.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Russell Tops FP2 in Azerbaijan, Leading Antonelli and Verstappen
George Russell continued his strong form by setting the fastest time in the second practice session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. He outpaced Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli and Red Bull's Max Verstappen.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Lando Norris Aims to Maintain Form Despite Concerns Over Baku Circuit
Lando Norris reflects on his recent success and cautiously eyes the challenging Baku circuit. McLaren's current form may encounter a test with Azerbaijan's low-speed track layout.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Antonelli Stays Grounded Amidst Baku Paddock Buzz
Kimi Antonelli remains focused despite leading the championship, with a careful eye on the remaining season. Conversations in Baku revolve around his impressive performance and the upcoming 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Source: Official Team Post via X
First Practice Wrap-Up for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix
The 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix kicked off with the first practice session in Baku. This session set the stage for a weekend of strategic maneuvers and on-track battles.

Source: Official Team Post via X
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali Receives Global Citizen Award
Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula 1, was honored with a Global Citizen Award by the Atlantic Council. The accolade recognizes his leadership in making F1 a global cultural force and connecting fans worldwide.

Russell Tops Azerbaijan GP FP1 as Verstappen Trails; Antonelli Faces Hydraulic Woes
George Russell set the fastest time in the first practice session of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, leading Max Verstappen by four-tenths. Meanwhile, Kimi Antonelli's session was cut short due to a hydraulic issue.

Alonso and Stroll Face Grid Penalties at Azerbaijan GP for New Engine Parts
Both Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll will start at the back of the grid for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to new engine components. Aston Martin's strategic move to implement fresh parts results in significant grid penalties for the drivers.

Source: Official Team Post via X
McLaren and Williams Target Performance Leap in Baku with Fresh Upgrades
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix sees McLaren and Williams rolling out significant upgrades, hoping for a competitive edge on the challenging Baku street circuit. Other teams, including Audi and Red Bull, have also introduced technical tweaks in pursuit of better performance.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Baku Practice: Russell Dominates While Lindblad Hits the Wall
George Russell topped both practice sessions in Baku, setting the stage for a thrilling Qualifying. Arvid Lindblad's encounter with the wall brought out red flags, adding drama to the day's proceedings.

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Haas to Finalize 2027 Driver Line-Up Decision Within Weeks, Says Komatsu
Haas is poised to announce its 2027 driver line-up soon, with Esteban Ocon's future still undecided. Team Principal Ayao Komatsu has outlined a timeline for finalizing their choice.

Source: Official Team Post via X
Rodin Motorsport Dominates Baku F2 Qualifying with Dunne and Stenshorne Leading the Charge
Rodin Motorsport put on a stunning display in Baku, with Alex Dunne and Martinius Stenshorne securing top spots in both F2 qualifying sessions. Dunne led in Q1 while Stenshorne clinched pole in Q2, setting the stage for a promising race weekend.

