F2 Azerbaijan - Verschoor Triumphs After Start Crash Delay

F2 Azerbaijan Recap

Richard Verschoor took his fourth F2 race victory by topping the order of the Azerbaijan feature race. The Dutchman started from pole position but faced a tense half-hour wait for a restart following a hefty startline crash involving Pepe Marti (Campos) and Kush Maini (Invicta). Becoming the 16th different winner of the season, Trident driver Verschoor managed to overtake ART's Victor Martins with a quicker pitstop and maintained pressure until a late safety car ensured his coast to the chequered flag.

Eventful Start

The start was chaotic, with Maini failing to launch from fifth, causing drivers to scatter. Unsighted, Oliver Goethe (MP Motorsport) collided with the rear of the Invicta car, leading to Marti making heavy contact that caused his Campos to roll into the pitwall, eventually coming to rest on its wheels.

Sprint Race Highlights

The Sprint race saw FIA F2 Azerbaijan's Durksen fend off rookies to secure his maiden victory. With a delay of 34 minutes, this event turned into a time-certain affair, resulting in reduced points being awarded.

Championship Implications

As the championship race heats up, Luke Browning (ART) tangled with Dennis Hauger (MP Motorsport), leading to a penalty for the latter for causing damage. Zane Maloney (Rodin) faced challenges on cold tires, impacting his performance and ultimately finishing in 15th.

Looking Ahead

The championship picture has shifted significantly with only two rounds remaining. Gabriel Bortoleto (Invicta) achieved a quiet fourth-place finish, taking a narrow lead in the standings.