Sebastian Vettel labelled Red Bull as “very fast” but feels that Ferrari is “close” to the lead battle following Friday’s pair of practice sessions for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Vettel, who holds a 12-point title advantage over Lewis Hamilton, was one of several drivers to suffer multiple off-track excursions amid a lack of grip at the Baku City Circuit, but recovered to place fifth. Red Bull rival Max Verstappen led the way in both sessions but Vettel feels Ferrari can emerge among the lead group. “We tried something in the afternoon, but I think it is difficult to find the rhythm here as the track is not easy,” he said. “I believe I was...
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