Max Verstappen wants to outperform Lando Norris at Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Belgian-Dutch motorsports racing driver of the Red Bull team Max Verstappen has outlined his primary objective for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

The 26-year-old racer emphasized that his main goal is to finish ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris, Caliber.Az reports, citing Dutch media.

“This is what is most important now,” Verstappen stated.

Norris is considered Verstappen's main rival this season. With Verstappen leading the championship with 303 points and Norris in second place with 241 points, the competition remains intense.

Verstappen will start the main race at the Baku track from the 6th position, while Norris will begin from 16th. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix is set to commence today at 15:00 local time on September 15.

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix is set to conclude on September 15, with the qualification rounds shaping up to be a critical determinant of the grid positions for the main event. Fans and teams alike are eagerly awaiting the outcomes as the drivers prepare for what promises to be a thrilling race in the heart of Baku.

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2024, running from September 13-15, continues to capture global attention. The event, which first debuted in 2017, is held on the Baku City Circuit, a renowned street circuit in Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital. The race is set to remain at this venue until at least 2026.

The Baku City Circuit Operations Company anticipates a record-breaking global viewership for this year's Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Approximately 300 journalists, including about 200 from international media outlets such as Sky Sports, Motorsport, Canal+, Netflix, and The Sun, are covering the event and bringing the excitement of the races on Baku’s streets to audiences worldwide.