Max Verstappen achieved pole position at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix following a tumultuous qualifying session that saw a record six red flags. Carlos Sainz of Williams and Liam Lawson from Racing Bulls secured second and third places, respectively. The session was marred by crashes, notably from Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri, which contributed to the numerous stoppages. Leclerc, who had previously dominated the Baku circuit, crashed into the barriers, while Piastri also faced difficulties, impacting his championship standing. Lewis Hamilton, despite being fastest in practice, struggled in qualifying and will start from 12th position. The chaotic nature of the session underscored the challenges posed by the Baku track, particularly in wet conditions. The qualifying results set the stage for an exciting race ahead.