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Max Verstappen praised the upgraded Red Bull RB20 as he returned to winning ways during the Formula 1 Sprint at the United States Grand Prix on Saturday.
Max Verstappen claimed pole position by a mere 0.012 seconds over George Russell during Friday’s Sprint Qualifying at the Circuit of the Americas and then went on to lead the race from start to finish. This win marked Verstappen’s continued perfect record in Sprint races for the year. It was his first victory since the Austrian Sprint at the Red Bull Ring, with the RB20 showcasing upgrades that put the car back in its prime form. Verstappen expressed satisfaction with the improved performance, noting that recent races had seen their car lacking balance and capability to attack. Despite not winning in Grand Prix events for eight races, the Sprint triumph suggested a positive shift for Red Bull. Verstappen credited the team’s composure and focus on problem-solving for their turnaround, emphasizing the importance of internal improvement rather than external factors.
