P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen is now 55 points behind Oscar Piastri after winning the USGP Sprint.
Despite claiming victory in the United States Grand Prix Sprint, Max Verstappen has expressed concerns about his Red Bull RB21 performance during the race.
Verstappen managed to secure the sprint win at Circuit of the Americas ahead of George Russell and Carlos Sainz after converting his sprint pole position.
The McLaren duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, starting in second and third respectively, crashed out at the first corner due to a multi-car collision involving Nico Hulkenberg and Fernando Alonso.
Even though Verstappen has closed the gap in the drivers’ championship, trailing Piastri by 55 points, he acknowledges the work needed by Red Bull to improve.
Verstappen faced challenges with rear grip and corner exits during the sprint, voicing his concerns over the radio and emphasizing the need for adjustments before qualifying.
Looking ahead to the race, he emphasized the importance of enhancing Red Bull’s performance to compete with McLaren and expressed confidence in their strategies to improve the car.
