P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Liam Lawson impressively kept Red Bull’s Yuki Tsunoda behind him in Baku.
Racing driver Liam Lawson expressed surprise at fellow Red Bull team member Yuki Tsunoda’s pace during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, expecting him to be faster.
Lawson managed to hold off Tsunoda and other competitors to secure fifth place, showcasing impressive defensive skills and sector three strength.
Despite Tsunoda’s fresh set of grippier Medium tyres, Lawson successfully defended his position without DRS assistance.
The Racing Bulls team celebrated a double points finish, with Lawson finishing fifth and teammate Isack Hadjar in 10th place.
The result allowed the team to surpass Aston Martin in the constructors’ championship, moving up to sixth place.
Tsunoda, acknowledging his hesitance during the race, cited strategic caution to protect both team and drivers’ championship standings, opting not to challenge Lawson aggressively.
Both Lawson and Tsunoda are competing to solidify their positions within their respective teams for future seasons, with Lawson currently 13th and Tsunoda 17th in the drivers’ championship standings.
