rki.news | Sources FIA
BAKU, Sept. 27 — Mercedes driver George Russell won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after converting pole position into victory in a closely contested Formula One race in Baku.
Russell held off Red Bull’s Max Verstappen by just 0.196 seconds in the final-lap battle to secure his third victory of the 2026 Formula One season.
The British driver controlled much of the race after starting from pole and maintained his position through the closing stages.
Verstappen finished second, while other leading drivers battled for the remaining podium places in a race marked by a tight finish.
Russell’s victory added another significant result to Mercedes’ 2026 campaign and strengthened his position among the leading drivers in the championship.
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix was the latest round of the Formula One season, with attention now turning to the next races as the championship enters its later stages.
The Baku race is known for its long straights and demanding street circuit, where small mistakes can have major consequences.
George Russell Wins Azerbaijan Grand Prix In Baku
