India, Sept. 25 -- George Russell produced a commanding display in F1 qualifying to secure pole position for the Azerbaijan GP 2026, putting Mercedes at the front of the grid for another demanding race around Baku. The Briton delivered a standout final lap to beat Charles Leclerc, while Oscar Piastri completed the top three.
F1 Championship leader Kimi Antonelli endured a dramatic session, crashing at Turn 1 in Q1 and leaving himself with plenty of ground to recover in the race.
F1 Qualifying Highlights: Russell Leads The Way In Azerbaijan
Russell set the pace when it mattered most, finishing qualifying with a remarkable lap to claim pole. His performance gives Mercedes a major advantage at a circuit where precision, confidence and strai...