Verstappen takes first 2026 pole ahead of Hamilton
Max Verstappen takes his and Red Bull's first pole position of 2026 with an imperious performance in qualifying at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
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Verstappen tops Bahrain GP first practice in Malaysia
Max Verstappen leads first practice as Formula 1 returns to the Sepang track for the first time in nine years for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
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Russell holds off late Verstappen charge to win Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Mercedes' George Russell resists a late challenge from Red Bull's Max Verstappen to win an Azerbaijan Grand Prix enlivened by two late safety car periods.
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Russell fastest in Baku as Antonelli stops on track
Mercedes driver George Russell heads Red Bull's Max Verstappen in first practice at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
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Red Bull Retain Hadjar for 2027 Season Alongside Verstappen
Frenchman Isack Hadjar is to stay at Red Bull as Max Verstappen's team-mate for the 2027 season.
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