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Max Verstappen says Red Bull is struggling even more than he had feared heading into the race weekend at the Monaco Grand Prix and has no clear way of solving its ride issues. Red Bull has won ever…
Max Verstappen expressed his concerns about Red Bull struggling more than anticipated at the Monaco Grand Prix, with no clear solution to their ride issues. Despite Red Bull’s historical success in Monaco, Verstappen was off the pace during FP2, trailing behind Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari. Verstappen attributed the car’s poor performance to the street circuit’s characteristics, highlighting bumps and camber changes that hinder their speed. Unlike the situation at Imola, where issues could be resolved with setup changes, Verstappen acknowledges that Monaco poses different challenges rooted in the car’s design. Although Verstappen remains focused on resolving the car’s drivability issues, he recognizes the competitive threat posed by Ferrari’s strong performance.
