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Max Verstappen: “The 19 laps of the Sprint Race in Austin will not be done on the floor”
Max Verstappen and his special triple champion helmet in Austin. Photo Red Bull Content Pool
He kindly left the “real” pole position for the 2023 United States Grand Prix in favor of Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) Friday ; One day later, Max Verstappen (Red Bull) re-mobilized to set the best time in the Sprint Shootout, which will allow him to start in the lead at the start of the Sprint Race at midnight French time on Saturday evening.
“During the entire session, we were competitive, declared the new triple world champion of F1. My final lap wasn't exactly great, but I'm still on pole, so that means the car is set up well and running properly. »
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Verstappen takes pole position in the Sprint race by 55 thousandths ahead of Leclerc and Hamilton 💥#USGP #F1 pic.twitter.com/dKPTJnNWYt
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He did not have the slightest word on this improvised pirouette during the session:
This Verstappen rescue 🥵#USGP #F1 pic.twitter.com/xCU11yKj5a
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Max Verstappen expects a lively Sprint Race. “It should be an interesting race because we saw a lot of different teams in the top places, with little gap. We don't know what will happen! »
The Dutchman also believes that the Sprint Race, scheduled for 19 laps, will require tire management. “Austin is a circuit that demands a lot from the tires. Wear and tear has always been high here, due to the many corners negotiated at high speed, as well as the few hairpins where you need optimal traction. I believe that the 19 laps will not be done on the floor. »
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