Free Practice Session ends at Azerbaijan Grand Prix Winner announced

The Free Practice Session for the Formula 2 race at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku was concluded on September 13.

Brazilian driver Enzo Fittipaldi of Van Amersfoort Racing achieved the best time in the 45-minute session. Indian driver Kush Maini from Invicta Racing ranked second, while Italian driver Kimi Antonelli of Prema Racing ranked third, Caliber.Az reports, citing local media.

The schedule for September 13 includes the following:

• 13:30 to 14:30: Formula 1 Free Practice
• 15:00: Formula 2 Qualifying 
• 17:00: Formula 1 Second Free Practice 

Notably, ten teams are competing for the top spot in the Formula 2 race, with each team fielding two drivers.

Meanwhile, Mexican driver Sergio Pérez has stated that, of all the remaining circuits, Baku and Singapore are the most suitable for Red Bull cars. Speaking ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Pérez expressed confidence that Red Bull should be more competitive in Baku. 

"Currently, with our car, street circuits like Baku and Singapore suit us the best. In Baku, we should be more competitive. Once we resolve the issues with the car, we’ll immediately gain speed and be back in the fight," Pérez said.

He emphasised that success in Baku will depend on finding the right balance.

"I’ve won here twice and feel confident, but this is a different weekend, and past achievements don’t count. It’s a new challenge, and I hope to find the right balance. Trusting the car is crucial in Baku. If we achieve that, we have a chance for a successful weekend," the Red Bull driver concluded.

Moreover, the first accident occurred during the free practice session of the Formula 2 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku. Oliver Goethe's car from the MP Motorsport team crashed into a safety barrier. The incident led to a red flag being waved by the marshals, and the car was subsequently evacuated from the track. 

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2024 is being held in Baku on September 13-15, 2024. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix is a Formula One motor racing event that was held for the first time in 2017. It is held on the Baku City Circuit, a street circuit in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The event is due to take place at the Baku City Circuit until at least 2026.