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Max Verstappen has pinpointed a potentially race-damaging issue with his Red Bull after free practice for this weekend’s Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen pointed out a potential issue with his Red Bull car following free practice at the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Despite finishing seventh in FP1 and sixth in FP2, he mentioned he is lacking pace compared to his competitor Lewis Hamilton. Verstappen acknowledged that the team has achieved a stable balance on the track but emphasized the need to improve for a flying lap. He also highlighted the challenge posed by the new C6 compound at the Baku circuit and the demanding nature of the soft tires on the track surface. Verstappen anticipated a closely contested race on Sunday with multiple teams fighting for victory and emphasized the importance of driving a perfect lap in such competitive conditions.
