Formula 1

Colton Herta still hopes to reach Formula 1 within two years, but his Formula 2 results have fallen short of the finish Cadillac’s chief executive expected.

Mike Krack expects no further major AMR26 upgrade this season, although smaller changes remain possible as Aston Martin tries to improve its form.

Alex Albon retired after hitting the barrier in Baku. He pointed to later braking, a gust of wind and a handling trait of his Williams, while saying the team would review the data.

Max Verstappen rose from eighth to second in Azerbaijan, with Isack Hadjar third. Red Bull’s team principal pointed to power-unit management and car improvements.

David Coulthard says Max Verstappen stands out not only for how much he drives, but also for his willingness to set boundaries.

Charles Leclerc says Ferrari must respond to gains he sees from McLaren and Red Bull after going five consecutive grands prix without a podium.

Pirelli is using data from Formula 1’s last race at Sepang to select tyres for Malaysia’s planned Grand Prix, although parts of the circuit have since been resurfaced.

Rocco Coronel won from pole at Jerez, ending a winless run stretching back to the opening races of the Spanish Formula 4 season.