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Leclerc admits poor defense against Piastri cost Baku win
© XPB Phillip van Osten
15/09/2024 at 15:0415/09/2024 at 15:33 Charles Leclerc admitted that he failed to defend effectively against Oscar Piastri in Sunday’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix, ultimately losing the race to the McLaren driver after a thrilling battle with the Australian driver. From pole position, Leclerc dominated proceedings during the event’s opening 20 laps. But a daring move by Piastri into Baku’s Turn 1 handed a marginal lead to the latter which he was able to hold for the remainder of the race. Leclerc admitted that he was caught off guard by his McLaren rival’s aggressive overtake, acknowledging that his decision to return to the racing line too early may...
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