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Verstappen labels Singapore qualifying “a shocking experience”, rules out podium
Verstappen’s unexpected elimination in Q2 at Marina Bay confirmed Red Bull’s struggles in Friday practice were genuine, with teammate Sergio Perez experiencing the same fate. This marks the first time since the 2018 Russian Grand Prix that neither Red Bull car made it into the top 10. Verstappen is also being investigated for multiple impeding offences during qualifying. He expressed his surprise and disappointment, stating that the car was undriveable due to excessive bottoming out and lack of traction. Verstappen dismissed the possibility of a podium finish, noting that the focus at this circuit is heavily on qualifying rather than race performance. He hopes for a clean and short race with minimal safety car interventions.
Source: Crash
