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Max Verstappen appeared to be on course for victory at the Austrian Grand Prix before being placed under pressure by Lando Norris.
Max Verstappen hinted at experiencing something unusual with his Red Bull car before the clash with Lando Norris at the Austrian Grand Prix. Despite a strong start, a slow pit stop allowed Norris to close in on him, leading to a lock-up into Turn 4. Verstappen mentioned a sudden issue with his car post-pit stop, describing it as becoming undrivable. The competitive nature of the Verstappen-Norris battle prior to the incident showcased their skill at the forefront of recent races. Verstappen emphasized the unpredictability of racing incidents and the unfortunate outcome of their collision, attributing it to racing dynamics. The clash was deemed as “super unfortunate” by Verstappen, highlighting the unpredictable nature of racing.