Russell Tops Initial Practice While Antonelli Encounters Hydraulic Trouble in Baku
George Russell emerged as the quickest driver in the opening practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, posting the fastest lap as the championship leader, Kimi Antonelli, was forced to stop on track due to a hydraulic failure. Russell, who currently trails Antonelli by 81 points in the Drivers' Championship, must start narrowing that gap quickly if he hopes to keep his title hopes alive, an…
Sept. 24, 2026, 10:40 a.m.