Max Verstappen finishes second to George Russell in Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 7:22 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Max Verstappen completed a strong drive from eighth to second place during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix held on September 26, 2026. He finished just 0.196 seconds behind winner George Russell, who faced pressure until the end. Two safety car periods impacted the race, allowing Verstappen to close the gap significantly. With his performance, Verstappen holds five podiums in six races this season.
- •Verstappen started from eighth on the grid in Baku.
- •He finished 0.196 seconds behind George Russell.
- •Late race chaos was sparked by Valtteri Bottas's crash.
- •Verstappen holds five podiums in six races this season.
- •Russell's win brings him back into championship contention.
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"Max Verstappen impressed the international media with his charge through the field in Baku. The Dutchman climbed from eighth on the grid to finish right behind winner George Russell, who was put under pressure until the chequered flag.
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