The streets of Baku never fail to deliver drama, and this year’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix has once again lived up to that reputation, only this time, the real drama happened not just on the track but in the Driver’s Championship 2025. What seemed like a relatively steady season is suddenly wide open, as the standings have been shaken to their core. So, who gained how many points and what’s so dramatic about it? Let’s see.
Max Verstappen Chasing Driver’s Championship 2025
Max Verstappen, who was not even a topic of concern until now, with a huge gap from the Papaya boys, has suddenly made it mathematically possible. With Oscar Piastri ending in DNF, and Lando Norris only earning 6 points, Max Verstappen closed the gap to championship leader Piastri by 69 points as he won the race. Now, it seems highly unlikely yet possible for him to close in this gap and ultimately snatch the Driver’s Championship 2025 from the McLaren boys.
Carlos Sainz Jumps 6 Ranks
Carlos Sainz emerged as one of the biggest winners from Baku. His staying out of trouble while driving rewarded him handsomely with a podium finish. More importantly, it shot him to P12, right from P18. For a driver who has spent the season forcing consistency against sheer pace, Azerbaijan might well be the turning point he’s been waiting for.
Liam Lawson’s Twist
But perhaps the most unexpected twist of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix came from Liam Lawson. The New Zealander’s performance in Baku wasn’t just strong; it was a statement. He moved up 2 places and is right behind Carlos Sainz on P13, showing why he’s one of the most promising prodigies.
Yuki Tsunoda’s Redemption
Yuki Tsunoda also deserves his share of the spotlight. Though not on the top step this time, he did move up 2 places on P17 with 20 points.
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The Driver’s Championship 2025 picture now looks far less predictable than it did just a week ago. Piastri still leads, but the predictability has blurred. Sainz is stepping up with not just pace but the kind of maturity that champions are built on. Lawson is suddenly the dark horse who could throw the narrative into disarray. And Tsunoda, quietly and effectively, is positioning himself as the spoiler who can cause crucial upsets.
From Baku’s city walls to the title fight, unpredictability is the theme of 2025. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix hasn’t just served drama; it has triggered a reshuffle that will keep fans on the edge of their seats for the rest of the season.
Also read: Can Max Verstappen Win The Driver’s Championship 2025
