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Verstappen sends warning to F1 rivals after stunning Red Bull qualifying
Max Verstappen expressed his feelings about qualifying for the F1 Miami Grand Prix by stating that it felt like “seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.” He credited the hard work put in during Red Bull Racing’s spring break for the positive results, although he did provide some constructive criticism.
Securing the second-fastest time during qualifying at the Miami International Autodrome, Verstappen was narrowly beaten by Andrea Kimi Antonelli by just 0.166 seconds, surpassing Ferraris, McLarens, and even George Russell’s Mercedes.
Verstappen conveyed that the team’s efforts on upgrades and tweaks for the RB22 have set them on a promising path, a notable improvement from the previous race weekends where he felt like a passenger.
Looking ahead to the race day, Verstappen emphasized the importance of a strong start, particularly with rain forecasted. He jokingly mentioned the need to finally achieve a good start, highlighting Red Bull’s battery issues at the beginning of races.
Expressing satisfaction with the team’s progress, Verstappen stated that they are on track to further narrow the competition gap and remain optimistic about their chances in the race despite potential challenges.
