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F1 Results Today: Lando Norris blows Oscar Piastri away in shock McLaren dominance
McLaren’s Lando Norris set the pace in FP3 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, sending a strong message to championship rival Oscar Piastri before qualifying. Piastri trailed in third, 0.254 seconds behind Norris, while maintaining a 31-point lead in the standings. Despite initial challenges from Ferrari, McLaren displayed dominance as they aimed to secure the constructors’ championship. Max Verstappen showcased his skill with a stellar performance in the final pre-qualifying session, obtaining second place with a well-tuned RB21. Drivers grappled with gusty winds exceeding 40mph, particularly struggling at turn 16 due to vastly different conditions compared to Friday’s practices. After a slow start, track conditions improved, leading to late fast lap times as confidence grew among the drivers.
The F1 qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2025 will take place on Saturday, September 20, with multiple session times specified for various locations worldwide. McLaren faces potential FIA penalties, and a star driver advocates for changes in stewarding. Additionally, there were reports of illness affecting an F1 star at the Grand Prix, impacting their participation in a crucial event. Aston Martin responded to Fernando Alonso’s retirement, further adding to the series of developments in the F1 landscape.
