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Verstappen explains Lambiase front wing radio message during F1 Japanese GP
The F1 world champion reclaimed victory at Suzuka with a dominant performance, securing a Red Bull 1-2 by defeating Sergio Perez by 12.5 seconds. Verstappen’s radio exchange with Lambiase, his race engineer, during the race highlighted their differing opinions on front wing levels, ultimately adding motivation and focus to his drive. Despite initial setup challenges, tactical changes before qualifying improved the handling of Verstappen’s RB20, leading to a pole position, win, and fastest lap hattrick. The friendly disagreements between Verstappen and Lambiase have been described as vital for their successful partnership, with Red Bull’s Helmut Marko likening them to an “old married couple” whose collaboration drives optimal performance. Moving forward, the duo’s experience, understanding of data, and mutual respect will continue to be key factors in their quest for success in the upcoming season.
