Russell Tops First 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 pull off the track due to a hydraulic failure. Russell, who trails Antonelli by 81 points in the Drivers' Championship, must begin to close the gap to his teammate if he hopes to keep the title fight alive an…
Sept. 24, 2026, 10:40 a.m.