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Oscar Piastri Shines in Baku as Formula One Rookies Impress

Piastri's stunning victory and standout performances by rookies Colapinto and Bearman highlight a thrilling Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

  • Oscar Piastri secured his second Formula 1 win with a masterful drive, holding off Charles Leclerc and Sergio Pérez in Baku.
  • McLaren's strong performance, with Piastri's win and Lando Norris finishing fourth, propelled the team to the top of the constructors' championship for the first time in a decade.
  • Rookies Franco Colapinto and Oliver Bearman impressed with top 10 finishes in only their second grand prix, showcasing their potential in Formula 1.
  • Colapinto's eighth-place finish marked the first time an Argentine driver has scored points in F1 since 1982, helping Williams achieve a double points finish.
  • Bearman, driving for Haas, demonstrated remarkable adaptability and maturity, earning points in his debut races for two different teams.
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