Who among the following won Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2019?
Options
A. Charles Leclerc
B. Valtteri Bottas
C. Lewis Hamilton
D. Max Verstappen
Correct Answer
Valtteri Bottas
Explanation
Valtteri Viktor Bottas of Mercedes won Formula 1 State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2019. He defeated Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton at the Baku City Circuit in Baku, Azerbaijan. Bottas finished the race 1.5 seconds ahead of Hamilton. Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari finished with 3rd position and Max Verstappen Red Bull gained 4th position.
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