P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A big decision for Lewis Hamilton ahead of F1 qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix
After a strong showing in Friday practice for the 2025 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton may face a crucial setup dilemma ahead of qualifying, as he topped the timesheets in FP2, just ahead of teammate Charles Leclerc. Given Leclerc’s impressive record in Azerbaijan, Hamilton’s strong start to the weekend is encouraging. The two Ferrari drivers have opted for different downforce levels, with Hamilton running more downforce for confidence in corners, while Leclerc has chosen a low drag, low downforce setup. The decision on downforce levels will be critical for Hamilton in qualifying, especially given his struggles in qualifying sessions since 2022.
