Mercedes' George Russell took pole position ahead of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on Friday.
McLaren's Oscar Piastri was third fastest at the Baku City Circuit.
Mercedes' runaway championship leader Kimi Antonelli hit the wall at Turn One during the opening phase of qualifying.
The 20-year-old Italian will start 16th for the race, which is being held on Saturday this year with the country marking its Remembrance Day on Sunday.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on track with record ticket sales, organisers say
This year's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will go ahead as planned on December 6 at Yas Marina Circuit, with organisers reporting record ticket sales.
Saudi organisers say Asian Cup preparations on track despite attacks
Preparations for next year’s Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia remain on track, local organisers said on Friday, despite uncertainty over sporting events in the kingdom following recent attacks.
New Zealand fullback Ponga needs surgery after breaking arm in World Cup opener
New Zealand fullback Kalyn Ponga will have surgery on a broken forearm suffered in the Rugby League World Cup opener against Australia, in a major blow to the Kiwis’ title hopes.
Countdown begins to Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Preparations have kicked into top gear with just 50 days to go until F1 cars hit Yas Marina Circuit for the opening session of the 2026 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Brazilian Camara to replace Ocon at Haas F1 team next season
Brazilian Rafael Camara will race for Haas next season after signing a multi-year deal, the US-owned Formula One team said on Thursday.
