P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The world champion is looking for an eighth win from 11 races to start the season.
Max Verstappen warns Red Bull of a potentially “hectic and busy” weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix, the team’s home race. Verstappen is leading the drivers’ championship after his recent win in Spain and has dominated the Red Bull Ring in past years. The sprint format returns for the second time this season, with Verstappen emphasizing the need for the team to be focused from the beginning. Verstappen highlights the importance of nailing the car’s set-up early and building on previous races, expecting close qualifying sessions due to the track’s overtaking opportunities. He aims to put on an exciting race for the fans, especially the enthusiastic Verstappen supporters who fill the grandstands with orange smoke. Verstappen appreciates the warm welcome in Austria and the support from the “Orange Army” fans, eager to perform well and secure another victory for Red Bull.
