When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sign up fornow and never miss the top F1 stories againChampionship leader Max Verstappen suffered an early setback after crashing out of third practice, the final free practice session ahead of qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Red Bull, who lead the standings, had both drivers top Friday's timing sessions - with Verstappen fastest in the first session and Sergio Perez quickest in the second. However, with 35 minutes left on the clock Verstappen hit the wall at turn 15, bringing out the red flag on Saturday ahead of qualifying in Baku. The championship leaders seemed to be having a good weekend ahead of the crash, as title rivals Mercedes have struggled all weekend for pace.

Source: Express June 05, 2021 07:52 UTC