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Reigning champion Max Verstappen claimed a second victory in as many races after McLaren endured a disastrous Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Reigning champion Max Verstappen secured his second consecutive victory in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix following McLaren’s challenging weekend at the 2025 race in Baku.
Oscar Piastri’s troubles, along with Lando Norris finishing in P7, marked a disappointing outcome for McLaren after several setbacks during the event.
Piastri’s premature exit from the race due to errors hindered his chances of advancing in the championship standings, while McLaren faced obstacles in their quest for the constructors’ title.
George Russell overcame health issues to claim second place, while Carlos Sainz earned crucial points with a podium finish, his first since departing from Ferrari last year.
The top five at the Azerbaijan GP included Italian youngster Kimi Antonelli in P4 and Liam Lawson from Racing Bulls in P5.
With the elimination of fastest lap points starting in 2025, the focus shifted away from strategic pitting tactics that were previously used to secure the additional point in previous seasons.
