Kimi Antonelli crashes out in Baku qualifying, starts 16th
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 12:53 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Kimi Antonelli, the championship leader, crashed into the wall at Turn 1 during the opening session of qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, scheduled for September 25, 2026. The damage to his car was extensive, resulting in him not being able to continue. As a consequence, Antonelli will start the race from 16th on the grid. This incident has significant implications for his championship standings as he aims to secure the title in the current season. The full impact of this qualifying performance will become clear once the race concludes.
- •Antonelli hits the wall at Turn 1 during qualifying
- •Car damage prevents further participation in qualifying
- •He will start 16th at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix
- •Championship implications for Antonelli's title bid
- 1:39 PMESPN F1 — Title leader Antonelli crashes out of Baku qualifying
"Championship leader Kimi Antonelli is set to start 16th on the grid at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after hitting the wall at Turn 1 and damaging his car beyond repair in the opening session of qualifying on Friday.
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