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Max Verstappen and Red Bull were left scratching their heads after qualifying for the Italian GP at Monza
Max Verstappen was confused by his Red Bull’s performance in Italian Grand Prix qualifying, leaving him in eighth place on the grid. The struggles of Red Bull with the RB20 continued, as both Verstappen and Sergio Perez faced difficulties and qualified in seventh and eighth positions, significantly slower than pole-sitter Lando Norris. Verstappen encountered turning issues with the car during the session, affecting his performance and allowing Norris to close in on his championship lead. The team identified a “fundamental” problem with the car’s handling under certain conditions, leading to the unexpected understeer experienced by Verstappen in Q3. Despite the challenges faced, Verstappen remained determined to do his best from the back of the grid and acknowledged the missed opportunity for gaining more points. Reflecting on the situation, he mentioned the team’s responsibility for the setback and emphasized the need to work through the difficulties for a better performance.
