P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen will establish himself in joint second-place on an exclusive qualifying list with pole position in Baku, but the Dutchman will still be some way off Lewis Hamilton’s record.
During the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Max Verstappen has the chance to equal Sebastian Vettel’s record for pole positions on different circuits if he secures pole position in Baku. Verstappen has matched Vettel’s previous pole position record but is trailing Lewis Hamilton, who holds the outright record with 32 poles on different circuits. Baku, Singapore, and Las Vegas are the only tracks where Verstappen hasn’t claimed pole position yet. Despite his strong performances in qualifying, Red Bull’s recent form may hinder Verstappen’s chances of surpassing Vettel’s record anytime soon. Currently tied with Alain Prost at 22 pole positions on different circuits, Verstappen aims to further solidify his position among F1’s top drivers.
