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P10 FOR BORTOLETO Gabriel Bortoleto saved his best for last

P10 FOR BORTOLETO

Gabriel Bortoleto saved his best for last in Q2, setting a 1:36.814 to jump into the top ten and beat Liam Lawson by 0.209s. He starts tomorrow's Bahrain Grand Prix from P10.

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LINDBLAD HELPS OUT A week after the pair collided in

LINDBLAD HELPS OUT

A week after the pair collided in Baku, Arvid Lindblad gave Liam Lawson a tow in Q2 to try to get him into Q3. It almost worked, but Lawson missed out by 0.209s and will start tomorrow's race from P11, with Lindblad at the back after his engine penalty.

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TOUGH DAY FOR GEORGE George Russell will start tomorrow's race

TOUGH DAY FOR GEORGE

George Russell will start tomorrow's race from P7, just one week after winning in Baku. Mercedes brought a major upgrade to Sepang, but George couldn't find the pace in qualifying.

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P2 FOR HAMILTON Lewis Hamilton put his Ferrari on the

P2 FOR HAMILTON

Lewis Hamilton put his Ferrari on the front row in Malaysia, just behind Max Verstappen. He's only won once since joining Ferrari at the start of 2025, and tomorrow is a real chance to add a second.

#f1 #formula1 #bahraingp

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TOP THREE AT SEPANG Max Verstappen took pole for the

TOP THREE AT SEPANG

Max Verstappen took pole for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Isack Hadjar. Hadjar won't start third, though, as a five-place grid penalty for a new engine drops him to P8. That means championship leader Kimi Antonelli will line up third tomorrow.

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FINALLY ON POLE It's taken 16 rounds, but Max Verstappen

FINALLY ON POLE

It's taken 16 rounds, but Max Verstappen is on pole for the first time this year. He starts tomorrow's Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang from P1.

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WATER BOTTLES BANNED Many race fans attending the Bahrain GP

WATER BOTTLES BANNED

Many race fans attending the Bahrain GP in Malaysia have discovered they are not permitted to bring in plastic bottles of water or fluid of any type. This has resulted in track entry points littered with bottles as staff confiscate them.

However, I asked the press office what the solution is given the extremely warm weather here and was advised that it was just plastic bottles not allowed, Regular flasks are OK.

If you've brought one in today could you confirm that is the case in the comments please?

#f1

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TRAFFIC ARRANGEMENTS This has just been released by the Sepang

TRAFFIC ARRANGEMENTS

This has just been released by the Sepang International Circuit

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KEEPING IT SIMPLE The first image of Lewis was taken

KEEPING IT SIMPLE

The first image of Lewis was taken through the swipe gates as he exited his car; however, once inside the paddock, he was more reserved, choosing to place his hand in front of his face as he walked to the Ferrari hospitality suite. No doubt, a great promo for Ferrari sponsor Whoop, which is what you see on his wrist.

#F1 #Formula1 #BahrainGP

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PLENTY TO SMILE ABOUT Max Verstappen is looking for his

PLENTY TO SMILE ABOUT

Max Verstappen is looking for his first win of the season, and Sepang could be the race for him to do so. The Red Bulls looked good during yesterday's practice sessions, with Max topping FP1 and finishing P4 in FP2. Isack Hadjar was also on the pace, with a P3 and P2 result in both sessions. The duo will be looking to lock out the front row come qualifying later today.

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ALBON X QUADRANT Alex Albon rocked up to the paddock

ALBON X QUADRANT

Alex Albon rocked up to the paddock this morning in a new T-shirt from his collaboration with Quadrant, the brand founded by Lando Norris. This is the first driver apparel collaboration for Quadrant, and there will be a pop-up in Singapore next week where you can cop Alex's new merch. He will also be at a Q&A on Tuesday, October 6. If you are in Singapore, make sure to head to Bugis+ to check it out!

#F1 #Formula1 #BahrainGP

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NOT COOL George Russell will have to endure high temperatures

NOT COOL

George Russell will have to endure high temperatures at the Bahrain GP, as he won't have a cooling vest because of the cost cap.

According to George, the Mercedes team said: "We can put the money towards it, but at a cost when we are trying to develop the car within the budget cap."

He thinks the development of the cooling vest should sit outside the cost cap.

"When it works, it works great," he said.

"The FIA should step in and allow us to develop it outside the budget cap."

The race in Sepang has been declared a heat hazard, and it is expected that temperatures within the cockpit could reach 60C.

#F1 #Formula1 #BahrainGP

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OFF AND RUNNING Isack Hadjar leads the field in driver

OFF AND RUNNING

Isack Hadjar leads the field in driver arrivals this morning on a day when the traffic into the track reverted to normal. Yesterday it was taking an hour and ten minutes to do what we did this morning in 15 minutes, so congratulations to the traffic people who solved that issue today.

#F1 #Formula1 #BahrainGP

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FASTEST OF THE DAY Charles Leclerc was the fastest man

FASTEST OF THE DAY

Charles Leclerc was the fastest man on track in FP2, building on his fourth-fastest time in the earlier session. So, who was fastest in FP1? Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. The last time we raced here in 2017, it was also Max who topped the FP1 timesheets.

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I'LL TAKE THAT Oscar Piastri was gifted a Luva Chocolate

I'LL TAKE THAT

Oscar Piastri was gifted a Luva Chocolate Hazelnut lava cake upon his arrival this morning. It didn't stay with him for long. "I'll take that," said one of his crew.

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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FULL CIRCLE Pierre Gasly made his Formula One debut here

FULL CIRCLE

Pierre Gasly made his Formula One debut here at Sepang in 2017, replacing Daniil Kvyat at Toro Rosso. Nine years and 193 races later, he’s back where it all started. Allez Pierre

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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DYNAMIC DUO Fernando Alonso arrived at Sepang with his long-time

DYNAMIC DUO

Fernando Alonso arrived at Sepang with his long-time trainer, Edoardo Bendinelli, once again wearing very comfortable and appropriate footwear. At the next race in Singapore, Fernando will be signing 100 numbered prints, and you can order yours now at the shop at kymillman.com.

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TOUGH LAST VISIT The last time Carlos Sainz raced at

TOUGH LAST VISIT

The last time Carlos Sainz raced at Sepang in 2017, his race ended early with a technical issue. Nine years on, he'll be hoping for a better result with Williams.

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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FATHER AND SON Jos Verstappen is back in the paddock

FATHER AND SON

Jos Verstappen is back in the paddock with Max this weekend. The last time I photographed him was at the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, where Max finished second.
Sepang holds special memories for the pair, with Max winning here in 2017, the last time Formula One raced in Malaysia.

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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NOT ALWAYS FAIR Lance Stroll showed his support for Esteban

NOT ALWAYS FAIR

Lance Stroll showed his support for Esteban Ocon, who will leave Haas at the end of the season without a confirmed seat for 2027. "Formula 1's not always fair," Lance said, adding that Esteban has proven himself throughout his career and that he only wishes him the best.

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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DEEP MENTAL PREPARATION During the first FIA Press Conference with

DEEP MENTAL PREPARATION

During the first FIA Press Conference with Max Verstappen, Nico Hulkenberg, and Oliver Bearman, the drivers were asked if they had done any extra training ahead of Malaysia and Singapore, where they will be driving three races within a week in the extremely hot conditions.

Nico Hulkenberg mentioned that the schedule didn't allow much preparation for himself, and that the next two Grands Prix will be "physical but manageable."

Max Verstappen had a more astute answer: "I think I had four or five months of very intense preparation," he said.

"Deep mental preparation of not giving an F.

"You just need to get comfortable with the uncomfortable. So that’s the case for everyone. It’s hot, sweaty, need a few more underwears, I guess."

Ollie Bearman, who has never driven in Malaysia, also said he had no special preparation for the heat, but agreed with Max about bringing extra underwear.

#F1 #Formula1 #BahrainGP

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ARVID TO START LAST Arvid Lindblad will start this weekend’s

ARVID TO START LAST

Arvid Lindblad will start this weekend’s Grand Prix from the back of the grid after taking a new PU.The last time Formula One travelled to Malaysia, Arvid was just 10 years old, while Lewis Hamilton took pole position. Could history repeat itself this weekend?

#f1news #f1content #bahraingp

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PLAYING UP I caught KImi and his photographer Giacomo playing

PLAYING UP

I caught KImi and his photographer Giacomo playing jokes on each other in pitlane. This sort of playfulness is not often seen these days so hats off to Kimi for embracing it.

#f1 #KimiAntonelli

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CUE THE RAIN Rain is predicted to fall every afternoon

CUE THE RAIN

Rain is predicted to fall every afternoon over the next four days and it has just started in the paddock as can be seen here around McLaren driver Oscar Piastri.

I would expect it to get much heavier as the afternoon progresses before petering out early evening

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I'M NERVOUS Oliver Bearman has only ever done F1 or

I'M NERVOUS

Oliver Bearman has only ever done F1 or F2 press conferences with Tom Clarkson, the long-time host of F1's track press conferences. Tom hasn't missed a race since 1998, but this race, he's in Australia on tour with Damon Hill. The pair are marking 30 years since Damon's world championship, with dates set long before this race was moved to Malaysia. Rachel Brookes is hosting this weekend.

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NOT DONE YET Fernando Alonso kept it relaxed today in

NOT DONE YET

Fernando Alonso kept it relaxed today in BOSS slides, a day after confirming he'll stay in F1 next year. The three-time Sepang winner has extended his deal with Aston Martin for 2027.

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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NO HAT NO PLAY Civilian clothes and no hat. We

NO HAT NO PLAY

Civilian clothes and no hat. We rarely see Max Verstappen arrive like this, but that was the case on a hot and steamy morning here in Malaysia. He celebrated his 29th birthday yesterday and has fond memories of this circuit, having won the last F1 race here in 2017.

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I MISSED ALL THESE CAMERAS That's what Nico Hulkenberg told

I MISSED ALL THESE CAMERAS

That's what Nico Hulkenberg told the small group of photographers waiting at the entrance to the Sepang paddock this morning. The weather here certainly calls for shorts, and Nico's were colourful. When I asked what brand they were, he said he didn't know. They're Dolce & Gabbana.

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BACK TO IT The restart in Baku has been widely

BACK TO IT

The restart in Baku has been widely discussed in mainstream and social media, but today, Franco was focused only on the upcoming race here in Malaysia. He’s one of 12 drivers to have never raced at this circuit. The first practice session is tomorrow at 12:30 pm local time (MYT).

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EARLY ARRIVAL Lewis Hamilton was one of the earlier arrivals

EARLY ARRIVAL

Lewis Hamilton was one of the earlier arrivals today. After the swipe gate he made a quick left turn, passing behind several hospitality suites on his way to Ferrari.

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BACK ON GOOD TERMS Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad arrived

BACK ON GOOD TERMS

Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad arrived at the paddock together this morning, it comes days after the pair collided in Baku, where Lindblad finished seventh and Lawson twelfth.

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FRESH FROM LANGKAWI George Russell spent a few days in

FRESH FROM LANGKAWI

George Russell spent a few days in Langkawi with a handful of other drivers between races and arrived fresh this morning for media day at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
The group also went karting this week, which George described as "carnage". Gabriel Bortoleto ended up with bruises on his back, and Oscar Piastri nearly broke a rib.

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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THE MALAYSIAN FANS Here's a group of them this morning,

THE MALAYSIAN FANS

Here's a group of them this morning, gathered in the paddock outside the VCARB hospitality suite. Ten, to be exact. They will be working tirelessly over the next four days.

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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KIMI IN KL Kimi Antonelli has spent the past few

KIMI IN KL

Kimi Antonelli has spent the past few days relaxing in Kuala Lumpur before this weekend's race. He also joined George Russell for team commitments at the Petronas Twin Towers.

#f1 #f1content #bahraingp

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ABU DHABI GP UPDATE Workers are busily proceeding with the

ABU DHABI GP UPDATE

Workers are busily proceeding with the setup for the F1 season December finale in at Yas Marina Circuit as these pics from the past few days show.

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KIMI TALKING ABOUT MALAYSIAN GP IN 2017 "It’s a nice

KIMI TALKING ABOUT MALAYSIAN GP IN 2017

"It’s a nice circuit but the only thing you see is the airport, the hotel next to the airport and the circuit. You can choose from that what you’re going to miss, or not.”

Classic Kimi Raikkonen.

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SEPANG CIRCUIT SET UP There was plenty going on at

SEPANG CIRCUIT SET UP

There was plenty going on at the SIC today in advanace of the Bahrain GP in Malaysia. I saw crew sweating it out in pitlane, a Gulf Air jet practicing for Sunday's flyover, fine tuning of hospitality suites and a surprise Bahraini souk plus lots of other stuff. And that grandstand, it's a joy to see. And are you a "FOLLOWER" yet? If not, I invite you to press that button.

Terima Kasih!

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HAAS CONFIRM OCON DEPARTURE Six days after Esteban Ocon announced

HAAS CONFIRM OCON DEPARTURE

Six days after Esteban Ocon announced he'd be a "free agent" next year, Haas has issued a press release confirming the team and Esteban "will part ways at the conclusion of the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship."

The release went on to provide some stats about Esteban's career before Ayao thanked him for his contribution to the team.

Now we await confirmation of who will fill his seat. Most think it will be Rafael Camara (pic 2) although Jack Doohan (pic 3) could surprise.

#F1 #haas

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Here’s a look at some of what you’ll find inside

Here’s a look at some of what you’ll find inside my 2026 Azerbaijan GP Photo Book.

Take home a piece of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with this Photo Book featuring a selection of images from throughout the weekend.

Head to my SHOP at kymillman.com to order your copy today.

#F1Gifts #Motorsport #F1Merch #Racing #F12026 #AzerbaijanGP

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ASTON'S 2027 DRIVER LINEUP The team has just confirmed that

ASTON'S 2027 DRIVER LINEUP

The team has just confirmed that Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll will continue on with the team in 2027.

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SHOES OF THE BAKU PADDOCK Leading this gallery is a

SHOES OF THE BAKU PADDOCK

Leading this gallery is a pair of colourful cowboy boots spotted during the recent Azerbaijan GP. Also included are shoes from the likes of Duke and Dexter worn by Alex Albon, Dior, Converse, Adidas, Skechers worn by me, USPA and others.

#shoesofthepaddock

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MEN OF THE BAKU PADDOCK Heading up the Azerbaijan GP

MEN OF THE BAKU PADDOCK

Heading up the Azerbaijan GP gallery is Oscar's trainer who's vowed not to shave his moustache until Oscar wins a race. Also featured is:

* an F2 driver
* a colourfully dress paddock guest
* a VCARB race engineer
* Alpine's team principal
* 3 team crewmembers
* a go-karter whorecently had 17m people like an Insta post of his
* and a photographer who solved my camera connection issues in Baku (Thanks Russell!)

#menofthepaddock #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content

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HANDBAGS OF THE BAKU PADDOCK Four and 9 are my

HANDBAGS OF THE BAKU PADDOCK

Four and 9 are my favourites out of the 10 in this gallery spotted at the Azerbaijan GP. You'll find bags from the likes of Chanel, Valentino, Dior, MCM and others you may well be able to name in the comments.

#handbagsofthepaddock #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content

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2026 AZERBAIJAN GP PHOTO BOOK OUT NOW! This photo book

2026 AZERBAIJAN GP PHOTO BOOK OUT NOW!

This photo book contains a collection of images taken over the course of the amazing Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend. For the perfect race memento order yours at kymillman.com today!

#Formula1 #F1 #P #F1Gifts #F12026 #AzerbaijanGP

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CAPTIONS BELOW PLEASE #f1 #georgerussell #kimiantonelli

CAPTIONS BELOW PLEASE

#f1 #georgerussell #kimiantonelli

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WOMEN OF THE BAKU PADDOCK This week we kick off

WOMEN OF THE BAKU PADDOCK

This week we kick off the 10-pic gallery from the Azerbaijan GP with a Cadillac garage crewmember and then:

* a famous British model
* a Mercedes crewmember
* a French model rocking an H&M outfit
* a local entertainer
* 2 happy paddock guests on the grid
* 2 more paddock club attendees
* and a Baku City Circuit crewmember

#womenofthepaddock #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content

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WATCHES OF THE BAKU PADDOCK I'm pretty sure you've never

WATCHES OF THE BAKU PADDOCK

I'm pretty sure you've never seen a watch like the Cyrus that heads up this gallery. It was one of 10 watches that caught my eye in the paddock during the Azerbaijan GP and the IWC was on George Russell's wrist; he took a moment to draw my attention to it. #watchesofthepaddock #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content

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HAPPY GEORGE After the Mercedes team celebration, a happy George

HAPPY GEORGE

After the Mercedes team celebration, a happy George Russell headed on to the empty track to pose for pics with his trophy and British flag. Next up, it's off to Malaysia.

#georgerussell #f1

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HARD-FOUGHT POINTS Esteban Ocon has scored his first points since

HARD-FOUGHT POINTS

Esteban Ocon has scored his first points since Monaco with his P8 result on the streets of Baku. He was visibly happy with the result after exiting the FIA garage, and was so close to a P7 finish but was pipped at the line by Arvid Lindblad.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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WELL RECOVERED Kimi Antonelli battled his way through the field

WELL RECOVERED

Kimi Antonelli battled his way through the field today after his mistake in qualifying saw him start all the way back in P16. He kept at it, avoiding most of the drama ahead of him, and managed to find himself in P5, limiting George Russell's gain on his Championship lead to 15 points. He now sits 66 points ahead.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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PHOTO FINISH Arvid Lindblad made up for his mistake in

PHOTO FINISH

Arvid Lindblad made up for his mistake in taking out teammate Liam Lawson by bringing home six precious points for his Racing Bulls team, beating Esteban Ocon at the line by a margin of 0.03s. The points extend the team's lead over Alpine, whose drivers both recorded a DNF after being involved in the carnage at Turn 1 during the first Safety Car restart.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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DEBRIEF REQUIRED Liam Lawson was not pleased about being taken

DEBRIEF REQUIRED

Liam Lawson was not pleased about being taken out by his teammate on the first Safety Car restart, making his feelings known over the radio. "Man, I love being taken out by my teammate! That’s pretty sick," he said after the incident. During his TV pen interview, Arvid Lindblad came up to Lawson and apologised for taking him out, and no doubt the pair will talk more about it in the team's post-race debrief.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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ONE TENTH That was the gap (0.1s) between Max Verstappen

ONE TENTH

That was the gap (0.1s) between Max Verstappen and George Russell at the end of the race, with the final lap coming down to the wire after George lost some power after passing double yellow flags from Valtteri Bottas' Turn 15 crash.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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BACK WITH A BANG Isack Hadjar has spent the past

BACK WITH A BANG

Isack Hadjar has spent the past three Grands Prix on the sidelines after injuring his wrist in a training incident, but on his return, he puts his Red Bull on the podium, picking up his second of the season.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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DOUBLE BULL DELIGHT Red Bull round out the top three

DOUBLE BULL DELIGHT

Red Bull round out the top three with Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar both having strong pace around the streets of Baku and securing their first double podium as a driver pairing at Red Bull.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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GEORGE HOLDS FIRM George Russell controlled this race from start

GEORGE HOLDS FIRM

George Russell controlled this race from start to finish, and despite a late scare with Max Verstappen charging him down on the final lap, he held on, finishing 0.1s ahead to bring home win number three of the season, with his last trip to the top step in Austria.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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BAD DAY OUT It's been a nightmare Azerbaijan GP for

BAD DAY OUT

It's been a nightmare Azerbaijan GP for McLaren, with both drivers finishing out of the points. Lando Norris was taken out at Turn 1 on the first Safety Car restart, and a lock-up at the same turn took Oscar Piastri out of the points despite spending most of the race in second.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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BAKU BOWLS The first safety car restart brought some life

BAKU BOWLS

The first safety car restart brought some life to a rather routine Azerbaijan GP, with a huge lock-up from Franco Colapinto taking himself (retiring the car in pit lane), his teammate, and Lando Norris out at Turn 1. In the chaos, Arvid Lindblad took out Liam Lawson, who was not too pleased about being hit by his fellow Racing Bull.

#f1 #formula1 #AzerbaijanGP

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OPENING EVENTS George Russell held his position through the opening

OPENING EVENTS

George Russell held his position through the opening lap, with Oscar Piastri now the car behind him. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli has dropped one position and finds himself down in P17.

#azerbaijangp #f1news #f1content

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FRUSTRATED At a recent fanzone appearance Lewis Hamilton expressed his

FRUSTRATED

At a recent fanzone appearance Lewis Hamilton expressed his frustration with the latest track designs stating he doesn't know who's designing them but is "pretty certain there's lots of people here that would be able to do a better job than some of the ones we got coming." #f1

Where do you stand on this? #formula1

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