We’re back with another Formula 1 race review, and this week we break down all the drama and action from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2025. Baku once again proved to be a high-stakes circuit, delivering surprising results, standout performances, and a few championship shake-ups that will shape the rest of the season.

Oscar Piastri’s weekend unraveled early, beginning with a crash in qualifying that left him starting further back than expected. On race day, his struggles continued as he recorded his first DNF of the 2025 season after retiring on the opening lap. McLaren teammate Lando Norris didn’t fare much better, only managing a P7 finish despite the team’s strong run of podium results earlier this year.

Red Bull reminded the grid of their dominance. Max Verstappen mastered the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, starting on pole and cruising to another commanding win, making it two consecutive victories for the reigning world champion. Yuki Tsunoda backed up the effort with a solid drive, while Racing Bulls drivers Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar also scored valuable points. With all four Red Bull-affiliated drivers performing well, the team’s grip on Formula 1 in 2025 looks as strong as ever.

Carlos Sainz provided one of the biggest stories of the weekend by securing his first podium of the season. Finishing third behind George Russell in the Mercedes, Sainz finally found some form in what has been a difficult start to the year. Russell’s second place gave Mercedes a crucial boost in the Constructors’ Championship, moving them ahead of Ferrari after a difficult weekend for Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. For Ferrari fans, Baku was a disappointment that left the team sliding down the standings.

Beyond the results, the Azerbaijan Grand Prix raised plenty of talking points for the rest of the 2025 Formula 1 season. Will Ferrari recover their momentum, or is Mercedes set to climb even higher? And what does the strong showing from Isack Hadjar mean for Red Bull’s driver lineup in 2026?

As always, we go beyond the race itself with sharp analysis, behind-the-scenes speculation, and a new F1 guessing game quiz. We wrap up the episode by naming our “Grand Pricks Podium,” with who we thought stood out the most, performed well enough, and disappointed. 

Stay tuned for next week’s deep dive episode ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix.

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