F1 Azerbaijan GP DATA HIGHLIGHTS | What did We Learn? | Baku Grand Prix Data Analysis

About this video

• Video Title: F1 Azerbaijan GP DATA HIGHLIGHTS | What did We Learn? | Baku Grand Prix Data Analysis
• Channel: Formula Insights
• Speakers: Not specified in the transcript
• Duration: 00:07:27

Overview

This video provides a data-driven analysis of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, exploring race pace, fastest laps, tire wear, team strengths and weaknesses, specific driver incidents like Piastri's crash and Norris's safety car restart, and pit stop performance. The aim is to extract key learnings from the race through statistical examination.

Key takeaways

• Race Pace Analysis: Max Verstappen's dominance might have been less significant than it appeared, with only a two-tenths average lap time difference to Russell, who faced considerable traffic. Ferrari and McLaren also showed slower average race pace compared to Red Bull.
• Fastest Laps: Verstappen's pace is evident, but Russell, Sainz, and Albon also recorded competitive laps, indicating potential performance not always reflected in their overall race position.
• Tire Wear: The race was characterized by very low tire wear due to track conditions and low temperatures, meaning tire degradation was not a significant factor in race outcomes.
• Team Performance and Car Characteristics: Ferrari had strong top speeds but this didn't translate to race pace. Red Bull showed improved mean speed, possibly due to a new floor, though their performance in medium-speed corners will be a better test in Singapore. Alpine was significantly off the pace, attributed partly to their less powerful Renault engine.
• Driver Incidents and Techniques: Piastri's lap one crash was due to braking too late, approximately 60 meters later than Verstappen. Norris had a slow safety car restart due to delayed throttle application, losing him a position to Leclerc. Hamilton employed a technique of braking while also applying throttle during restarts to warm his tires.
• Pit Stop Performance: AlphaTauri (Racing Bulls) had the quickest pit stops on average, significantly faster than Ferrari, McLaren, and Mercedes.