Verstappen snatches the second half, but due to the penalty, the Dutchman will start fourth. The world champion managed to clinch a formal front row despite missing a teammate's slipstream.
The RB18 is going strong: no overtime for tomorrow?
The wheelbase of the number 1 car impressed everyone in the free tests and a heavier trim will allow Verstappen to be able to rely on worry-free tire management. The Dutch has printed the second half despite a 'rebel' Sergio Perez' has refused to provide the trail to the comrade. Max may not have to do the extras to aim for the win, but will have to deal with one Ferrari much better shape compared to previous appointments. It is useless to make predictions, the weather forecasts do not foresee surprises, but the track…
Verstappen galvanizes the team: "tomorrow we can be..."
The reigning champion said he was amused, looking forward to a Sunday with all the conditions to bring home a great result: “We came close to pole position. Clearly we chose to have more downforce here, on a flying lap it's not the best set-up but for tomorrow we may be quite strong knowing that we will have to leave a little further back. Overall it was a good ride, I've had fun all weekend so far and I think it will be an interesting battle tomorrow. The departure? I'll try to stay out of trouble, going on for my race".
STATEMENT SOURCE: motorionline
