Max Verstappen concluded the second session of free tests in Spain with the fifth fastest time. A result that doesn't worry Max, aware that the points are scored on Sunday. Interviewed about the updates brought to Barcelona and the sensations after the first day of free practice, Max Verstappen said he was rather calm, sending comments on further problems for the RB20 back to the sender.
Problems for Red Bull in Spain? Max Verstappen denies everything
Red Bull in Spain wants to return not only to winning but to dominating. The previous races highlighted the weaknesses of the RB20 but also the difference between the two drivers. In fact, if Max Verstappen managed to limit the damage by always moving ahead, Sergio Perez definitely struggled more, especially in qualifying. With McLaren and Ferrari so close, returning to better performances is essential to remain at the top of both championships. And Spain is a crucial stage for establishing values on the track. At the end of the first day on track for free practice in Spain Max Verstappen said he was quite satisfied, downplaying even the most polemical radio teams.
"We tried some different set-ups in FP1 and now we were trying to fine-tune a few things – said Verstappen at the end of FP2 – but at least the day was a little more normal, without problems. It was what we hoped for. Now it's a matter of optimizing the car, but that's normal."
Red Bull also brought some to Spain as expected updates mainly linked to the cooling of the single-seater, but not only. However, Max Verstappen preferred to remain cautious, reiterating that these are small news: “They're very small, nothing too big".
Source statements: FormulaPassion
