The 2021 Russian Grand Prix was defined by a dry-track tactical battle followed by a chaotic late-race downpour. The crucial differentiator was the timing of the transition to Intermediate tyres, which saw Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen capitalize while others, most notably Lando Norris, lost out by remaining on slick tyres too long.
The 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix was a chaotic affair marked by tire failures, red flags, and dramatic shifts in championship fortunes. Sergio Pérez secured his first win for Red Bull, while teammate Max Verstappen and title rival Lewis Hamilton failed to score. The race featured intense battles, a strategic masterclass from Aston Martin's Sebastian Vettel, and a heartbreaking late-race mistake from Hamilton at the final restart.
The 2021 Russian Grand Prix was a dramatic, strategically complex race decided by a late-race downpour. Lewis Hamilton secured his 100th F1 win by choosing to switch to intermediate tyres, while Lando Norris lost a potential maiden victory after staying out on slicks. Max Verstappen finished second after starting 20th.
Max Verstappen secured a dominant pole position for the 2021 French Grand Prix at Paul Ricard, beating rival Lewis Hamilton by 0.258 seconds. The qualifying session saw significant disruption with two red flags in Q1. The field adopted a strategic consensus in Q2, with all top 10 runners opting for the medium tyre. Verstappen's pole was his fifth career top spot and Red Bull's first ever at this venue.
The 2021 United States Grand Prix was a tactical battle between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. Red Bull used an aggressive undercut strategy, while Mercedes opted for a long-stint approach. Verstappen's defensive masterclass allowed him to win by 0.454s, extending his championship lead.
The 2021 Portuguese Grand Prix saw Lewis Hamilton execute a masterful comeback after falling to third following an early Safety Car restart. By overtaking both Max Verstappen and teammate Valtteri Bottas on track, Hamilton secured a crucial win, extending his lead in the championship standings.
The 2021 Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park featured wet-weather conditions where Valtteri Bottas claimed his first win of the season. Max Verstappen reclaimed the championship lead after finishing second, while Lewis Hamilton finished fifth following a grid penalty. The race was marked by strategic challenges regarding intermediate tyre usage, including a notable no-stop attempt by Esteban Ocon.
The 2021 Belgian Grand Prix was a controversial, weather-dominated event where torrential rain prevented any green-flag racing. Max Verstappen was declared the winner after three laps behind the Safety Car, with half-points awarded to the top ten. George Russell secured his first podium, and the event led to significant changes in F1 sporting regulations regarding points allocation.
The inaugural 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix was a strategic anomaly, heavily influenced by multiple safety cars and red flags. The race became a tactical battle of tyre selection during stoppages, featuring a duel between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, with teams choosing between the durability of the Hard tyre and the immediate grip of the Medium tyre for restarts.