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A happier Max Verstappen following his poor run of late. How will that translate over the weekend in Baku?
Max Verstappen expressed his frustration with the balance of his Red Bull during Friday’s practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, although he also noted some positive signs. Despite a challenging time at the previous Italian Grand Prix, where he called his car a “monster,” Verstappen showed competitiveness during the practice sessions in Baku. Charles Leclerc topped the timesheet at the end of FP2, while Verstappen finished sixth, trailing his teammate Sergio Perez. Verstappen acknowledged the need to improve the car’s balance, particularly in managing understeer and avoiding incidents in the slippery 90-degree corners. He remains optimistic about the team’s performance and aims to enhance their competitiveness as the weekend progresses. To win the F1 car of your favorite driver, subscribe to the YouTube channel for a chance to participate in the giveaway.