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There was a whole lot of promise in the first day of Formula 1 practice in Baku. So much so that each of F1’s top four teams can dream of earning victory on Sunday as Mark Hughes explains…
On the first day of Formula 1 practice in Baku, there was a lot of promise for fans of Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren, or Mercedes to have a successful weekend. However, come Sunday, three sets of fans will inevitably be disappointed as only one team can emerge victorious. Ferrari, with Charles Leclerc leading the FP2 times, shows strong potential with its traditional prowess and agile characteristics around the track. Despite Ferrari’s low wing setting, they remain competitive in slow turns due to their great agility, showing promise for the race. Red Bull, on the other hand, is back in the game with a more competitive car than in Monza, well-suited to the short corners of the Baku circuit. Overall, the competition is fierce, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the outcome of the weekend’s races.
