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How F1 red flag helped Verstappen nail his dominant Japanese GP win
Verstappen faced uncertainties with his car’s long-run form at the Japanese race due to setup issues at Suzuka. Despite improvements after changes, doubts remained. Rising temperatures on race day added challenges with tire management. A breakthrough came during the red flag period when Red Bull made setup adjustments to Verstappen’s car. Fine-tuning at the first pit stop further enhanced performance. Red Bull team principal praised the reset after overcompensation and acknowledged the engineering team’s work. Despite challenges with a new upgrade package, adjustments made during the red flag contributed to Verstappen’s success at the race.
