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Piastri celebrates his victory

Driver Standings After the 2024 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Published on 2024-09-15

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix delivered another thrilling spectacle, with Oscar Piastri emerging victorious in a chaotic finish. The race, held on the high-speed streets of Baku, featured a multi-car battle for the lead that was ultimately decided by a late-race crash.

Piastri's Masterclass

Starting from second, Piastri quickly challenged pole-sitter Charles Leclerc for the lead. After a strategic pit stop phase, Piastri managed to overtake Leclerc and maintain his position at the front. Despite intense pressure from Leclerc and Sergio Perez, Piastri demonstrated defensive skills to secure his second Grand Prix win of the season.

Dramatic Late-Race Crash

The race took a dramatic turn in the closing laps when Perez attempted a daring overtake on Leclerc. The maneuver resulted in a collision with Carlos Sainz, sending both drivers crashing out of the race. The incident caused a Virtual Safety Car until the end of the race, but it was too late to change the outcome.

Russel lucky, Norris' comeback

While Piastri and Leclerc fought for the win, other drivers also made significant gains. George Russell capitalized on the late-race chaos to secure a podium finish for Mercedes. Lando Norris, starting from the back of the grid, impressed with a strong performance, finishing fourth.

A Day of Mixed Fortunes

The race was not without its disappointments. Lewis Hamilton, starting from the back due to a grid penalty, managed to recover to finish in the points. However, other drivers, including Pierre Gasly and Daniel Ricciardo, faced setbacks due to various issues.

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix once again showcased the unpredictable nature of Formula 1. With the championship battle heating up, the upcoming races promise to be even more exciting.

The gap in the drivers' standings between Verstappen and Norris.
7 rounds to go.

Driver Standings Evolution

  • Verstappen's Frustrations: Another challenging race for Red Bull Racing and Max Verstappen as Lando Norris once again closed the gap in the championship standings.
  • Norris's Strategy Pays Off: Norris, aided by Alex Albon's DRS train during his extended stint on hard tires, successfully outmaneuvered Verstappen to secure a higher finish.
  • Leclerc's Consistent Performance: Charles Leclerc continues to impress, narrowing the gap to Norris in the championship race.
  • Piastri Capitalizes on Norris's Qualifying Mishap: Oscar Piastri, benefiting from Norris's missed qualifying opportunity, joined the lead group alongside Norris and Leclerc.
  • Perez's Disappointing Finish: Sergio Perez, despite a solid performance in a recovering Red Bull, saw his hopes dashed with just two laps remaining, dropping further behind in the championship.
  • Russell's Podium Luck: George Russell, fortunate to secure a podium finish, leveled with Perez on points and overtook him in the standings.
  • Albon's Strong Showing: Alex Albon's impressive seventh-place finish earned him valuable points and surpassed four drivers in the championship rankings: Daniel Ricciardo, Pierre Gasly, Ollie Bearman, and Kevin Magnussen.
  • Colapinto's Maiden Points: Sargeant's replacement, Franco Colapinto, scored his first points, overtaking Zhou Guanyu, Logan Sargeant, and Valtteri Bottas in the driver standings.

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