Verstappen happy with his third place

Max Verstappen is in its place. The Dutchman took third position during qualifying, six tenths behind Lewis Hamilton, which is in line with his performances of the season so far.

Except that he fails by a hair's breadth of Valtteri Bottas. He didn't necessarily expect it. “Being so close to him isn’t bad. We were expecting a very difficult weekend since our car had a bit of trouble in a straight line. So I'm happy, it's really a very positive day, we managed to limit the damage in the first and third sectors and be efficient in the second. »

In the race, Verstappen can hope to do even better, as usual. Since the start of the season, he has managed to surprise Bottas at the start several times. And with a first portion where you can easily overtake while leaving La Source, he will have plenty to do.

Be careful though Renault behind, who hold the absolute record in the first sector.

Overall, Max Verstappen considers himself powerless against Lewis Hamilton. “I don’t see why all of a sudden I can be in front in the dry. If it rains, it will be more difficult for them but also for us. On the other hand, the race will certainly be more fun. » That's all we ask.