Russell wins despite late Verstappen challenge

BBC News Saturday 26 September 2026, 12:59 UTC 1 min read

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Mercedes' George Russell holds off a late challenge from Red Bull's Max Verstappen to win an Azerbaijan Grand Prix enlivened by two late safety car periods.

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