P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen endured a difficult start to the Monaco Grand Prix, with there being more area in particular he needs to improve in.
Max Verstappen placed eleventh and fourth in the first and second free practice sessions for the Monaco Grand Prix. Despite residing in Monaco, he expressed disappointment with his performance and the car’s speed on Friday. Verstappen struggled to match the pace of Charles Leclerc and acknowledged the need for improvement. Red Bull advisor Dr. Helmut Marko noted the issues with the car bouncing too much but remained optimistic about progress. Verstappen showcased strong long-run performance on different tire compounds, indicating a competitive race pace. The focus for Red Bull moving forward is to fine-tune the car setup for qualifying to challenge front-runners such as Leclerc and Hamilton.
