Technical problems end Antonelli and Hadjar’s Baku sessions early

Kimi Antonelli came to a halt in the run-off area at Turn 7 during first free practice on 24 September. According to RacingNews365, he reported over the team radio that his car’s hydraulics had failed. The outlet writes that this brought his session to an end.

Isack Hadjar’s return to the RB22 after missing three Grands Prix was also interrupted early on. He initially complained that the brakes were pulling the car to one side. According to the report, this meant he narrowly avoided a crash on his reconnaissance lap. Those brake problems then appeared to have been resolved.

About fifteen minutes later, Hadjar reported further problems: the power unit was faltering and fifth gear was no longer available. He was instructed to return to the pits without shifting above second gear. According to RacingNews365, this also marked the end of his session.

Carlos Sainz also had to pit earlier in the session, according to RacingNews365, because his brakes were on fire. The report does not state whether he was able to continue afterwards.