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Max Verstappen held on to clinch his fifth podium of the season last time out in Canada but admitted he held concerns during the race.
During the Canadian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen expressed concern about his pace diminishing towards the end of the race. Despite this, he secured a second-place finish in Montreal, marking his fifth podium of the season. Mercedes had a strong performance with George Russell claiming victory and rookie Kimi Antonelli earning his first podium result. Verstappen faced pressure from Antonelli throughout the race, leading to strategic pit stops for Red Bull. Verstappen explained that he adopted a defensive approach due to tire degradation and an aggressive strategy. Despite his worries, he managed to preserve his tires and maintain his position, crediting the team for their optimized performance throughout the weekend.
