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Max Verstappen took victory during the Austrian F1 sprint race on Saturday – but faced challenges along the way.
Max Verstappen explained his car concern during the sprint race victory in Austria, noting that his car was “clipping” at the end of straights, affecting his straight-line speed. Verstappen faced a challenge from the McLaren drivers who were able to utilize the DRS to keep up. Once the McLaren drivers lost DRS, Verstappen could return to his normal management. Red Bull has faced increased competition from McLaren, with Norris narrowly missing out on victories at recent races. Verstappen confirmed he had to “work for it” during the Austrian sprint race against the McLaren drivers. Looking ahead, he anticipates a longer and tougher race on Sunday, particularly with tire management being crucial.
