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Max Verstappen was out testing Red Bull’s 2022 Formula 1 car ahead of the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix. Edd Straw explains why
“Max Verstappen recently participated in a test session at Imola between Formula 1 races in a two-year-old Red Bull RB18, focusing on improving the car’s performance over kerbs and bumps.
Although billed as a “secret” test, it was in compliance with the regulations governing Testing of Previous Cars, with teams like Red Bull often conducting such sessions to provide junior drivers with experience or for comparative purposes.
The test allowed Verstappen to directly compare the current car to its state two years ago, providing valuable feedback for the team’s ongoing development.
Red Bull’s chief engineer highlighted the importance of giving Verstappen a different reference point to evaluate the car’s strengths and weaknesses, assisting in decision-making and improving performance.
While the test may not have resolved all issues, it contributed to enhancing Verstappen’s understanding of the car’s behavior and potential improvements, aiding in Red Bull’s competitive edge in Formula 1.”
