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Max Verstappen is looking to build on from his victory in Montreal this weekend in the Spanish Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen has shared that Red Bull’s objective for the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix is to maintain their momentum following their unexpected victory in the Canadian Grand Prix. Despite not being the favored contender in the recent race in Montreal, Verstappen conquered the challenging conditions, widening his championship lead to 56 points. He will arrive at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya donning a new helmet adorned with designs showcasing his supporters’ contributions. After encountering a few races where the RB20 underperformed, Red Bull is anticipated to reclaim their superior form in Spain this weekend.
Verstappen stated, “We are back to the European races for a while now and I have been with the Team at the factory this week preparing for the Spanish Grand Prix, being the first race of a busy triple header.” This event will mark the debut of his new orange helmet, featuring elements inspired by his fans, creating a visually striking and intricate design. The Spanish GP holds special significance for Verstappen, as it was the venue where he clinched his maiden F1 victory in 2016, during his inaugural Grand Prix with Red Bull. Anticipated to excel on a track where kerb riding is not paramount, the RB20 is poised to resume its dominant performance, causing concerns among rival drivers.
Verstappen affirmed that this weekend is poised to be a formidable one for the Milton Keynes-based team, aiming for consecutive triumphs. Recalling his past successes at the circuit, he expressed, “I have great memories from the circuit, especially winning my first Formula One race there.” The track’s diverse characteristics and Red Bull’s strong historical performances at the venue instill hopes of optimizing the car’s capabilities in the upcoming race. Verstappen emphasized their goal of sustaining the positive momentum from Canada, eagerly anticipating the competition and hoping for favorable weather conditions.
