STRATEGY UNPACKED: Did the Safety Car prevent a different kind of battle between the Red Bulls in Baku?

Sergio Perez claimed a statement victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix to cut the gap to Red Bull team mate Max Verstappen in the race for the 2023 title. But how would their scrap have unfolded without the intervention of the Safety Car? Ex-Aston Martin strategist Bernie Collins takes a closer look…
Baku’s races have many times been characterised by an accident or Safety Car deployment. In this instance, it appeared that Verstappen was the biggest loser.
Next Up
Related Articles
Verstappen pays tribute to Lambiase after ‘emotional year’
JacquesHow did the rookies do in their first F1 season?
F1 ACADEMY unveils calendar for 2026 season
VOTE: Choose your favourite race of the 2025 season
Piastri reveals lessons that will ‘only make me stronger’
Formula 1 to return to Portugal in 2027 and 2028
