Dutch GP: An easy number 1? How we ranked the drivers after Zandvoort
Summary
Ed Straw and Ben Anderson review the Dutch Grand Prix, ranking Lando Norris first for his masterful win and Max Verstappen last due to his crash. They debate teammate pairings, highlighting George Russell’s clean execution over Kimi Antonelli’s scrappiness and Charles Leclerc’s sprint pace versus Lewis Hamilton’s race strength. The discussion also covers Yuki Tsunoda’s impressive but flawed return, Liam Lawson’s strong Red Bull stint, and Pierre Gasly’s high ranking despite midfield struggles.
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Welcome Ben and full weekend ranking rundown
Ferrari strategy and Leclerc vs Hamilton debate
Mercedes teammates: Russell's cleanliness vs Antonelli's scrappiness
Champions-tier members' rankings comparison
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Yuki Tsunoda's gravel mistake and performance analysis
Pierre Gasly's qualifying issues and race performance
Liam Lawson's impressive Red Bull debut
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Max Verstappen's error and comparison to Carlos Sainz
Lando Norris takes number one spot
Driving Rankings Championship standings and sign-off
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