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Max Verstappen stormed to the fastest time in Belgian Grand Prix qualifying at Spa.
Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner praised Max Verstappen’s performance in the wet Belgian Grand Prix qualifying, saying that Max could have even returned tyres to Pirelli and still won. Despite challenging conditions and a grid penalty, Verstappen used fewer tyres than the rest of the field, securing pole position with impressive lap times. Charles Leclerc will start from pole due to Verstappen’s penalty, with the Red Bull driver lining up in 11th. Horner also commended Sergio Perez’s efforts, noting the team’s optimal strategy for the race ahead. He expressed excitement for the race, expecting tough competition from McLaren but confident in their performance with Perez on the front row.
