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Max Verstappen leads Lando Norris by 52 points in the F1 drivers’ championship and is hopeful changes to his Red Bull RB20 will extend his United States Grand Prix winning streak.
Max Verstappen is optimistic about the changes made to the Red Bull RB20 ahead of the United States Grand Prix, hoping the car will be better suited for the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). The upcoming race in Austin marks a frenetic end to the season with six rounds in eight weeks for Verstappen as he aims for a fourth-consecutive drivers’ title. He faces a challenge from Lando Norris, who trails him by 52 points in the championship standings. Red Bull will introduce upgrades at COTA to preserve Verstappen’s championship lead amid McLaren’s strong performance with the MCL38. The constructors’ race sees McLaren leading Red Bull by 41 points, adding pressure on Verstappen as he heads into the weekend, which includes a Sprint race. Despite the challenges, Verstappen is looking forward to the race at COTA, a track where he has had recent success by winning the past three grand prix in Austin. Wearing his United States race helmet as a tribute to the passionate fans, Verstappen aims to extend his winning streak at COTA and strengthen his position in the F1 drivers’ championship.
