Jack Crawford Secures Pole Position for Formula 2 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
In an exciting qualifying session held on the streets of Baku, Azerbaijan, Jack Crawford emerged victorious by clinching the pole position for the main race of the 12th round of the 2025 Formula 2 season. Driving for the DAMS team, Crawford recorded his best lap time at 1 minute and 54.791 seconds, marking his second pole of the year and setting him up for a strong performance in the upcoming race.
Grid Positions and Top Contenders
Following close behind Crawford was Leonardo Fornaroli, a talented driver from the Invicta team, who finished just 0.019 seconds off the pace. Fornaroli’s impressive performance in qualifying secured him the second spot on the grid. The third position was claimed by Gabriele Mini, who represents Prema, showcasing the competitive spirit of the race as he prepared to launch from the second row alongside Victor Martins of ART Grand Prix, who qualified fourth.
Alexander Dunne, driving for Rodin, rounded out the top five, demonstrating the intense competition among the teams. Meanwhile, Luke Browning from Hitech will start the race in sixth place, followed closely by Josep María Martí from Campos Racing in seventh. Making his debut in Formula 2 this weekend, Martinius Stenshorne secured an impressive eighth position with Trident. The ninth spot went to Roman Stanek from Invicta, while Sebastian Montoya from Prema will start in tenth place but will begin from pole in the Sprint race.
Qualifying Session Highlights
The qualifying session was not without its challenges, featuring multiple interruptions that added to the tension. Just eight minutes into the session, Amaury Cordeel crashed into the wall, causing significant damage to his Rodin car and halting the session with a red flag for vehicle retrieval and track cleanup. Following this incident, Victor Martins encountered his own mishap with just four minutes left on the clock, finding himself in the barriers and forcing another interruption.
After a lengthy delay, the session resumed only for Roman Stanek to go off track moments later. Upon re-entering the circuit, he collided heavily with John Bennett, who was on a fast lap, leading to a premature end to the qualifying session with just a minute remaining.
Upcoming Race Schedule
The Azerbaijan round of Formula 2 promises to be thrilling, with the Sprint race scheduled for Saturday, May 20, kicking off at 7:15 AM local time. The main event will follow on Sunday, May 21, at 4:00 AM, offering fans a weekend filled with high-speed action and competitive racing.
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As the Baku circuit is known for its tight corners and long straights, it presents unique challenges for drivers and teams. The combination of skill, strategy, and a touch of luck will be essential as competitors fight for valuable points in the championship standings. With the stage set for an exhilarating race weekend, all eyes will be on Crawford and the rest of the grid as they prepare for battle on the streets of Azerbaijan.
