P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The World Champion has never won the Chinese Grand Prix, with third his best result in Shanghai.
Max Verstappen thinks the Chinese Grand Prix format will be a challenging task for Red Bull during what could be a historic weekend. Verstappen currently leads the Drivers’ championship, with Sergio Perez as his closest rival after a convincing win in Japan. The upcoming race at the Shanghai International Circuit marks the return to the venue for the first time since 2019, featuring the new Sprint weekend format. Verstappen mentioned the need to set up the car well and manage tire wear due to limited practice time on the track. The unique layout of the Chinese track with tricky corners and long straights offers many overtaking opportunities. Verstappen aims to continue his strong performance and potentially achieve significant milestones for Red Bull in the Formula 1 championship.
