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Max Verstappen has revealed how a specific hack, via Google, means he can usually avoid a track walk before every F1 GP.
Max Verstappen has found a way to avoid track walks before Formula 1 Grand Prix events by using a Google hack. Despite a challenging season in 2025 with only two wins in 14 races, Verstappen’s exceptional performance has shown his continued competitiveness. Attention to detail is crucial for F1 drivers, and track walks provide valuable insights into the circuit. Verstappen shared his method of studying tracks using tools like onboard footage and Google Maps instead of traditional track walks. He believes driving a slow out-lap gives him the necessary information about the circuit without the need for physically walking it. As F1 heads to Zandvoort for Round 15, Verstappen’s innovative approach to track preparation will be put to the test.
