Max Verstappen has revealed Red Bull’s latest breakthrough, although what bothers him is that the team has not been able to use it yet.
Max Verstappen revealed that Red Bull now understands its poor performance in Singapore in September, but is disappointed that he and the team were unable to demonstrate their recovery before the race returns in 2024.
The defending champions went into the weekend having won every race of the season so far, but Verstappen and teammate Sergio Perez struggled to control the car’s balance.
The Red Bull drivers crashed out in Q2 ahead of Sunday’s Grand Prix, leaving them to battle through the field on their way to P5 and P8 respectively. The team then responded imperiously to Suzuka, making their performance even more confusing. Speaking about the Singapore team’s findings, Verstappen said:
“I think we have a lot of ideas, but we can’t really show it until next year. It’s a bit boring but in another way, it gives us a little time to fully understand everything.” things and also make efforts to improve the car accordingly.” these kinds of songs.”
While Red Bull’s 100% record was taken by Carlos Sainz and Ferrari in Singapore, the team’s and Verstappen’s attention quickly turned to new topics. The Milton Keynes-based team won the Manufacturers’ Championship in Japan and their star rider could win the individual title this time.
With a 177-point lead over teammate Checo, Verstappen has the chance to become the first driver to win a World Championship on Saturday when he takes to the starting grid for the sprint race at Lusail International Circuit.
Verstappen needs just three points from this race, equivalent to sixth place, to seal the deal, provided his teammate and closest title rival wins the race. If not, he could win a third consecutive championship in Sunday’s Grand Prix.
Even with such a potentially historic feat, Verstappen remains unmoved. Speaking about the idea of winning on Saturday, he said:
“No feelings. If it happens Saturday, Sunday or next week, I know it will happen. But it’s not something I think too much about. “Maybe that’s a good thing? Good night. The reaction time of the lights might be a little slower. But for me, I don’t really think about it. We’ve just had a really horrible year.” surprising as a year.” team… Besides, I don’t care where I win.
Leave a Reply