Lando Norris has revealed that he privately apologized to Franco Colapinto after Baku, admitting his frustration did not excuse his post-race comments.

Russell held off Verstappen by just 0.196 seconds to cap a commanding Baku weekend. Red Bull celebrated a double podium, while Piastri’s mistake helped leave McLaren empty-handed.

George Russell took Baku pole by 0.837 seconds as Kimi Antonelli crashed, Leclerc edged Piastri by a thousandth and a grid penalty dropped Sainz down the order.

McLaren brought a major upgrade package to Baku, but Lando Norris finished FP2 1.484 seconds off George Russell’s pace. Encouraging technical data, unfinished setup work and a temporary repair left the team with plenty to resolve before qualifying.

Red Bull’s final significant 2026 upgrade arrives in Baku as most resources move toward 2027, but a first win remains an important target.

Baku’s long flat-out section can cool the tires before Turn 1, increasing the risk of front-wheel lock-ups at one of the lap’s biggest braking zones.

Isack Hadjar’s return at the Azerbaijan GP restores Red Bull’s regular lineup, sends Liam Lawson back to Racing Bulls and returns Yuki Tsunoda to reserve duties.

Williams arrives in Baku with its largest FW48 upgrade of the season, chasing points and evidence that its development direction can close a rapidly moving midfield gap.