F1 Nation ‘Gloves off’ in McLaren title fight? Ferrari at the front? Kimi’s point to prove – 2025 Azerbaijan GP Preview
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Sep 15, 2025 Jolyon Palmer, a former Renault driver and F1TV commentator, dives into the heated title race between McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. He shares insights on McLaren's team dynamics and the implications of recent team orders. The conversation shifts to Ferrari's return to form in Baku, with Charles Leclerc's impressive pole streak. Jolyon also reflects on his own challenging race in Baku and discusses the pressure on struggling drivers like Carlos Sainz as they navigate the competitive landscape of Formula 1.
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Jolyon's Nightmarish 2017 Baku Weekend
- Jolyon Palmer recounts his disastrous 2017 Baku weekend with crashes, a fire and an engine failure that ruined the event.
- He remembers missing sessions, starting 20th and retiring on lap seven after a misfire and engine failure.
McLaren's Monza Decision Creates Precedent
- McLaren intervened at Monza to reverse a pit-stop result and protect Lando Norris, setting a tricky precedent for driver-equality decisions.
- Jolyon Palmer warns this creates future dilemmas when luck or slow stops again affect championship outcomes.
Equality Over Greed In Title Fight
- Tom Clarkson argues McLaren should prioritise equal technical opportunity over greedy strategies that create disparity between teammates.
- He suggests sacrificing a race win scenario to avoid giving one driver strategic advantage in the title fight.