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Max Verstappen reflects on an action-packed Saturday in São Paulo. The Red Bull driver encountered several challenges during the difficult sprint race, including a DRS train, a five-second time penalty, and a delayed qualifying session. Verstappen expressed disappointment that the qualification was literally disrupted by the rain.
The Challenges of Saturday
Saturday at the Autódromo José Carlos Pace proved to be quite an eventful day for Max Verstappen. Following the sprint race, Verstappen learned that he had been given a five-second penalty for falling below the delta time during the safety car phase. As a result, the Dutchman lost his third-place position to Charles Leclerc. Ultimately, the qualification session for the main race was also impacted by the weather and literally fell through.
Disappointment in Qualification
“It’s unfortunate that we couldn’t hit the track this afternoon for qualification,” Verstappen told the media after the cancellation of the session was announced. The driver was looking forward to qualifying, especially after showing encouraging pace in the sprint. “In the sprint, our speed was quite strong, but getting caught in the DRS train was frustrating, and we had to exercise patience without being able to do much,” he explained.
Overcoming Obstacles
Despite the challenges presented by the DRS train, Verstappen eventually managed to escape from it and overtook Leclerc on lap eighteen. “We exited turn three well, allowing me to make the pass, and I felt like I was in a position to battle with the cars ahead,” Verstappen recounted. However, he noted that time constraints and yellow flags limited their opportunities to push harder during the race.
A Hopeful Future
“It was disappointing to receive a penalty, but I’d still categorize it as a positive race for us, considering we had the speed,” Verstappen continued. “We were competitive, and that’s crucial because it hadn’t been the case in previous races. The weather is quite unpredictable right now, and we’re unsure what tomorrow will bring. It’ll be tight, but we’re hoping for another good day.” Notably, Verstappen’s Sunday kicks off early, with the postponed qualification session scheduled for 7:30 AM local time.
As the team looks toward the upcoming race day, both fans and the Red Bull team will be eager to see how Verstappen can leverage his speed and experience on the track. The unpredictable weather conditions will play a significant role in how the race unfolds, but Verstappen’s determination and skill are expected to shine through. The Brazilian Grand Prix promises to be a thrilling chapter in the 2023 racing season.
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