F1

2024 - 9 - 13

Azerbaijan Grand Prix: The Drama, The Speed, and a Crash Course in Racing!

African Grand Prix - Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit - Charles Leclerc - F1 news - Formula 1 - Lewis Hamilton - Max Verstappen - Netflix Drive to Survive - Sergio Perez

Catch all the thrilling action from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix including Leclerc's return and Hamilton's close call!

The excitement in the world of Formula 1 hit a fever pitch with the 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix kicking off the weekend with a bang! In the second practice session, Charles Leclerc pulled off a remarkable comeback, topping the timesheet despite a crash during the first session. This Monegasque wonder has shown outstanding performance in Baku before, securing pole position on all three previous visits to this vibrant city, and it seems he’s adamant about making it four in a row. Meanwhile, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, who leads the championship, found himself racing neck-and-neck with competitors like Sergio Perez and Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton, finishing a mere 0.066 seconds behind in a nail-biting display of speed and skill.

Amidst the action, Red Bull Racing faced an uphill battle; following a series of disappointing races, ending a six-race winless streak would be crucial for them. In related news, the team unveiled a "subtle" floor upgrade designed to enhance their performance. Chief engineer Paul Monaghan emphasized that even small changes can lead to significant gains on the track, especially in a challenging circuit like Baku. As F1 fans, we can't help but wonder whether such tactical innovations will catapult Red Bull back into the competitive spotlight.

The growing buzz around F1 is palpable, with a new wave of fans on the African continent, ignited by the popular Netflix series "Drive to Survive." Many are now rallying for an African country to host a race, expressing that it’s about time Africa received its F1 moment in the sun. This fresh enthusiasm aligns perfectly with the dizzying speeds and high-stakes drama that the Azerbaijan circuit offers, blending culture and racing into one heart-thumping spectacle.

As we gear up for the main event, it's exciting to remember that Formula 1 is not just about the cars; it’s about the passionate fans, the intricate strategies, and the breathtaking moments that keep us all on the edge of our seats. So buckle up, folks! F1 isn’t just a race; it’s a global community united by speed, and who knows, perhaps in the near future, some lucky Kenyan fans might get to experience the thrill of a live race right here at home!

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F1 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix – FP2 Results (Motorsport Week)

The Monegasque, who has secured pole position on F1's three previous visits to Baku, headed Perez and Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton, who ended up 0.065s back.

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F1 – Verstappen quickest in opening practice for Azerbaijan Grand ... (FIA)

Formula 1 Drivers' Championship leader Max Verstappen topped the timesheet in an opening practice session for this weekend's FIA Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand ...

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F1 live: Second Azerbaijan GP practice as it happened (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

The 17th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season continues with second practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and you can follow all of the action here.

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Red Bull would have been 'naive' not to accelerate F1 update (Motorsport Week)

The Austrian outfit has endured a tumultuous run in recent months as a dramatic regression in competitiveness has seen it not score a single win in the last six ...

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F1 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix LIVE: Practice results, FP2 times and ... (The Independent)

F1 Azerbaijan GP LIVE: Practice times and FP2 results after Charles Leclerc crash in Baku.

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2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Free Practice 1 F1 results (Baku) (PlanetF1)

Here are the complete results from the first practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix at the Baku City Circuit.

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F1 live: First Azerbaijan GP practice as it happened (Motorsport.com, Edition: Australia)

The 17th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season begins with first practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku and you can follow all of the action here.

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LIVE: Reaction as Leclerc overcomes 'bent' Ferrari to top Baku practice (RacingNews365)

Follow along with live coverage of 2024 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Free Practice 2 from the Baku City Street Circuit!

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Red Bull explains "subtle" floor upgrade for Baku F1 round (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Speaking ahead of FP1, chief engineer Paul Monaghan explained that the physical differences to the car were subtle, but hoped that it would form part of Red ...

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'We cannot ignore Africa': F1 fans on continent add to Lewis ... (The Guardian)

New wave of Formula One fans inspired by Netflix series Drive to Survive say it is time for an African country to host a race.

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F1 EXPLAINS: Organising new races, planning for the future and ... (Formula 1)

Planning the order and logistics of the extensive Formula 1 calendar is not a straightforward job. From choosing new race locations to scheduling each round ...

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2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Free Practice 2 F1 results (Baku) (PlanetF1)

Here are the complete results from the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix at the Baku City Circuit.

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F1 LIVE: Azerbaijan Grand Prix first and second practice latest (BBC Sport)

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton was third fastest, 0.066secs behind Perez, ahead of Ferrari's Carlos Sainz, McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Red Bull's Max Verstappen ...

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Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2024: How to watch the next F1 race without ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix will air live on ESPN and stream on ESPN+. ESPN is the home of F1 this season with 18 out of 24 races airing on either ESPN or ABC, ...

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Azerbaijan GP: Charles Leclerc fastest with Max Verstappen and ... (Sky Sports)

Ferraris Charles Leclerc recovered from a crash in the first session to top second practice; Max Verstappen and Lando Norris have work to do in Baku; ...

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F1 - 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Friday Press Conference Transcript (FIA)

TEAM REPRESENTATIVES: Christian HORNER (Red Bull Racing), Alessandro ALUNNI BRAVI (Kick Sauber), Ayao KOMATSU (Haas) Q: Christian, can we start with you?

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2024 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Free Practice 2 results (RacingNews365)

After complaining about a 'bent' Ferrari early in the session following repairs made to his SF-24 after a crash in FP1, Charles Leclerc returned to the Baku ...

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Horner: There is everything to play for in this F1 championship (Grand Prix 247)

Red Bull boss Christian Horner says his team are up for the fight of defending the F1 championship leads they hold from the threat of McLaren.

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F1 Azerbaijan GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more (autosport.com)

Charles Leclerc topped the Friday practice times for Ferrari ahead of the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Here's how and when to watch qualifying.

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F1 Azerbaijan GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch, channel (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Baku plays host to the 17th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season on 13-15 September. Here's how and when you can watch qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on ...

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F1 star crashes, then goes fastest after odd 'human wall' scenes ... (Fox Sports)

F1 star crashes, then goes fastest after odd 'human wall' scenes; 'work to do' for McLaren.

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Start time of qualifying for the 2024 F1 Azerbaijan GP (RacingNews365)

In this article, you will find the start time of today's qualifying session for the F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku.

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Post season F1 Sprint races to replace young drivers test (Grand Prix 247)

Formula 1 teams could replace the regular post-season young driver test in Abu Dhabi with a non-championship 10-car sprint race for rookies.

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Perez buoyed by Red Bull F1 car that feels "more together" (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Verstappen, who topped FP1 and was sixth in FP2 with what appeared to be very conservative engine settings given his lower top speeds, was also much more ...

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LIVE: 2024 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Free Practice 3 (RacingNews365)

FP3 poses the final opportunity for teams and drivers to maximise set-up and preparation ahead of qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. It has already been ...

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F1 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix – FP3 Results (Motorsport Week)

Mercedes George Russell topped the third and final practice session for the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

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2024 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Free Practice 3 results (RacingNews365)

The Mercedes driver set an ultra-competitive 1:42.514 with two minutes remaining, to top the final practice session ahead of Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris.

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Azerbaijan Grand Prix: F1 Free Practice 3 Results (FormulaNerds.com)

FormulaNerds.com — Latest News — George Russell topped FP3 despite a tricky session ahead of Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

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F1 Azerbaijan GP live updates: Baku qualifying latest after Leclerc ... (The Athletic)

Follow live coverage of qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix around Baku City Circuit, ahead of round 17 of the 2024 Formula 1 world championship.

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LIVE: 2024 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Qualifying (RacingNews365)

Follow along live as the grid is set in Baku for the 2024 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix!

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Exclusive: F1 teams working without normal weather radar systems ... (autosport.com)

Political dispute between France and Azerbaijan means F1's usual weather systems are not running as usual at the 2024 Baku race, forcing the teams to adapt.

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F1 – Russell quickest in FP3 in Baku, 0.013s ahead of Leclerc with ... (FIA)

Mercedes' George Russell went quickest in the final practice session ahead of qualifying for the 2024 FIA Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, beating Ferrari's ...

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Live: F1 Azerbaijan GP updates - FP3 (autosport.com)

The 17th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season continues with final practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and you can follow all of the action here.

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