Max named Driver of the Day in Baku

Published on 26 September 2026 by Florence Cobben

On the Baku Street Circuit in Azerbaijan, Max Verstappen drove a strong race to claim second place, after starting from eighth. The RB22's race pace was exceptional this sunny Saturday, and both Oracle Red Bull Racing drivers drove flawless races to claim podium spots. Only George Russell's Mercedes got the better of the duo: the Brit crossed the line two-tenths ahead of Max. Isack Hadjar came home to claim third.

Max's exceptional drive caught the attention of the onlookers, who awarded him this race's 'Driver of the Day'.