Russell wins despite late Verstappen challenge

26-09-2026 15:16 via bbc.co.uk

Russell wins despite late Verstappen challenge

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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