George Russell Claims Azerbaijan Grand Prix Pole After Kimi Antonelli Crash
George Russell secured pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku after championship leader Kimi Antonelli crashed during qualifying.
Fresno Visalia, CA, September 25, 2026 —
George Russell has secured pole position for the upcoming Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which is set to take place in Baku. The British driver clinched the top spot on the grid following an incident involving championship leader Kimi Antonelli during the qualifying session.
Antonelli, who currently leads the championship standings, crashed his vehicle during qualifying. The specifics of the crash, including its severity and any potential impact on Antonelli’s participation or performance in the main race, were not detailed in the provided summary. The name of the team Russell competes for was also not provided.
Russell’s achievement of securing pole position means he will start the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from the front of the grid. Further details regarding the qualifying session, other drivers’ performances, or the full implications of Antonelli’s crash for the championship standings were not available in the summary.
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