Lindblad Crashes at Castle Chicane, Red Flags Azerbaijan GP Practice

Arvid Lindblad’s second practice at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix came to an abrupt end after he slammed into the barriers at the tight castle chicane, forcing a red flag in Baku.

Why it matters:

The red flag halted a disrupted session and cost Lindblad valuable track time ahead of qualifying. With Baku’s unforgiving walls and the compact castle section leaving little margin for error, any off can have a major impact on a team’s preparation. For Lindblad, missing minutes of running in a critical practice window only adds pressure ahead of the rest of the weekend.

The details:

• The incident occurred during P2 at the castle chicane, one of the most technical and narrow sections on the calendar.
• The impact caused significant damage to the car and brought out red flags while marshals recovered the vehicle.
• The session was eventually restarted after a brief interruption, with other drivers returning to the track.

A tricky corner: The castle section has been a regular scene of drama over the years, with its tight walls punishing even the smallest mistakes. This isn’t the first time a driver has been caught out there during a practice session in Baku.

What's next:

Lindblad’s team will now assess the damage and prepare for the rest of the weekend. With limited practice time remaining, the focus will shift to ensuring the car is ready for qualifying. The young driver will need to put the crash behind him quickly and rebuild confidence around a circuit that offers no room for error.