Verstappen Sets 2026 Target: One More Race to the Top Step
Max Verstappen aims to secure at least one race win in 2026 before his 2026 contract ends.
IST race times, qualifying alerts and India-angle analysis — straight to your inbox. Free, no spam.
Maybe later
Max Verstappen aims to secure at least one race win in 2026 before his 2026 contract ends.

The 2023 Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang was more than a race – it was a look at global events, pop‑culture moments and the state of Formula 1 at the time.

Red Bull’s surge to the top of the field in Azerbaijan was a mix of engine strength, tyre strategy and circuit‑specific setup.

Russell’s late‑race defence secured Mercedes’ first win of 2026 in Baku, edging out Red Bull’s Verstappen after a chaotic sprint and safety‑car episode.

Mercedes' George Russell clinched a pole‑to‑flag victory in Baku, holding off a late charge from Red Bull's Max Verstappen by just a tenth of a second.

Max Verstappen takes pole and wins the Azerbaijan GP, with Charles Leclerc finishing second after a dramatic battle.

Max Verstappen clinched victory in Baku, while Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc secured second, tightening the early‑season battle for the 2026 title.

George Russell tops the grid for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after championship leader Lando Antonelli suffers a crash in qualifying.

Max Verstappen clinches pole for Baku, while McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri lock second and third on the grid.

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen tops FP3, while Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc secures pole in Baku – full details and Indian viewing times.

Red Bull topped the final practice in Baku as the F2 sprint saw Oscar Piastri claim victory, setting the tone for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend.

Max Verstappen tops final practice in Baku, denying George Russell a clean sweep of fastest times.

Thursday’s practice in Baku saw Red Bull dominate, Ferrari struggle with tyre degradation and a surprise midfield surge – key take‑aways for the Sunday showdown.

The new Cadillac F1 squad strengthens its technical team by hiring former Red Bull design chief and other seasoned engineers.

French rookie Isack Hadjar praised the performance of his upgraded Red Bull after a promising first day on the Azerbaijan circuit, hinting at a stronger second half of the season.

Max Verstappen leads the pack in FP2, while McLaren faces challenges on the Baku street circuit.

Red Bull led the first practice, while Mercedes topped the second, setting the stage for a tightly‑contested weekend in Baku.

Max Verstappen leads the first practice session for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with Red Bull posting the fastest lap of 1:38.942.

Red Bull Racing has officially retained French rookie Isack Hadjar as Max Verstappen's teammate for the 2027 Formula 1 season.

Red Bull Racing has officially unveiled its driver roster for 2027, keeping its star pair and adding a promising rookie for the upcoming campaign.

Red Bull Racing has officially announced that rising star Isack Hadjar will remain in the team through 2027, solidifying his place beside Max Verstappen.

Red Bull extends driver‑development star Isack Hadjar’s contract and confirms Max Verstappen’s continued partnership for the 2027 F1 season.

Red Bull Racing has officially confirmed that driver Isack Hadjar will stay with the team for the 2027 Formula 1 season, following a new contract agreement.

Red Bull Racing confirms unchanged driver line‑up for 2027, keeping French rookie Isack Hadjar alongside Max Verstappen.

Red Bull Racing has officially retained French rookie Isack Hadjar as Max Verstappen’s teammate for the 2027 Formula 1 season.