Russell Tops First Practice While Antonelli Faces Hydraulic Setback in Baku
George Russell emerged as the quickest driver in the opening practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, posting the fastest lap despite the drama surrounding his championship rival, Kimi Antonelli, who was forced to halt his run due to a hydraulic failure. The British driver, who currently trails Antonelli by 81 points in the Drivers' Championship, knows he must start closing the gap quickly…
Sept. 24, 2026, 10:40 a.m.