F1
Verstappen Appears to Have a Chance for Pole Position in Baku After Fastest Time in Third Practice
Max Verstappen set the fastest time in the third free practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, positioning himself as a strong contender for pole position. The 28-year-old Dutch driver was one-tenth of a second faster than George Russell and Lewis Hamilton, while championship leader Kimi Antonelli finished fourth. Red Bull Racing brought significant updates to the car, including a new floor and diffuser, marking the final major upgrade package for the season. The qualifying session is scheduled for Friday at 14:00, with the race starting on Saturday at 13:00 due to a local day of remembrance.
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