The 2021 Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix provided fans with a thrilling and action-packed race on the streets of Baku. The historic circuit, known for its tight corners and long straights, proved to be a challenging test for the drivers, leading to a race full of drama and excitement.

The race began with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen taking pole position, with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc alongside him on the front row. However, it was Lewis Hamilton who made the best start, jumping ahead of both Verstappen and Leclerc to take the lead in the early stages of the race.

As the race progressed, Verstappen and Hamilton engaged in a fierce battle for the lead, with the two trading positions several times throughout the race. Meanwhile, Sergio Perez, Verstappen’s teammate at Red Bull, put in a strong performance to move up the grid and challenge the front-runners.

However, it was a dramatic turn of events on lap 46 that ultimately decided the outcome of the race. Verstappen suffered a high-speed tire failure on the start-finish straight, causing him to crash out of the race and bringing out the red flag. This incident handed the lead back to Hamilton, who had been chasing down Verstappen in the closing stages of the race.

After the restart, Hamilton managed to maintain his position at the front and crossed the finish line to take his second win of the season. Perez followed closely behind in second place, securing a double podium finish for Red Bull. Sebastian Vettel, driving for Aston Martin, put in a stellar performance to finish third after starting from the back of the grid.

The race also saw notable performances from McLaren’s Lando Norris, who finished in fifth place, and Alpine’s Fernando Alonso, who scored valuable points with a sixth-place finish.

Overall, the 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix provided fans with a highly entertaining race, full of drama and unexpected twists. The championship battle between Verstappen and Hamilton continues to heat up, with both drivers showing their determination to come out on top.

As the Formula 1 season progresses, fans can look forward to more exciting races and unpredictable outcomes as the drivers and teams battle it out for the coveted world championship title. The next race on the calendar is the French Grand Prix, where the action is sure to be just as intense and thrilling as we’ve seen in Baku.