P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Help from Lando Norris, ignoring a team suggestion (and then pulling off a mega move) and a McLaren rear wing trick – three factors that combined for Oscar Piastri to pull off Azerbaijan Grand Prix against potentially faster rivals
Oscar Piastri seized the narrow window of opportunity at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and made a spectacular move to overtake Charles Leclerc for the lead. Despite Leclerc putting pressure on him in the closing laps, Piastri remained composed and determined in his McLaren cockpit. McLaren strategically used Lando Norris to delay Sergio Perez, allowing Piastri to maintain his position. The unexpected turn of events, with Norris starting 15th, worked in McLaren’s favor as Piastri held off Perez to secure second place. Piastri’s calculated risk-taking and skilful driving ultimately paid off in a thrilling and unexpected outcome at the race.
