Live Updates: Final Free Practice for Azerbaijan Grand Prix F1

Saturday in Baku kicks off with the final practice session before qualifying.

Max Verstappen led the first practice, while Charles Leclerc topped the second one. The top three were within a tenth of a second, setting up an exciting showdown for today. Who will find that extra speed for qualifying? Follow the FP3 liveblog below!

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix Weekend:

All eyes are on McLaren this weekend. They hinted at Monza that they’d do anything to help Lando Norris win the drivers’ title, even if it means Oscar Piastri playing a supporting role. But both Norris and Piastri have shared some doubts about these team orders.

Red Bull Racing is also under the spotlight. They’ve brought new upgrades to Baku, hoping to bounce back from their tough weekend in Italy. Meanwhile, Mercedes has reverted to their Silverstone floor after trying a new one in Belgium and using it in Zandvoort and Monza.

It’s not just about the front-runners; there’s excitement among the rookies too. Franco Colapinto is racing his second Grand Prix with Williams on an unfamiliar track. Oliver Bearman, who previously subbed for Ferrari, will now race for Haas, replacing the suspended Kevin Magnussen this weekend.

Fans might wonder if these changes will shake up the usual standings.

What do you think about all these developments?