Max Verstappen lead another Red Bull lockout in qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix ahead of teammate Sergio Perez.
Red Bull pair qualified more than two-tenths of a second faster than third place, McLaren's Lando Norris.
Verstappen, who failed to finish the race in Australia a fortnight ago, clocked a fastest lap of one min 28.197 sec in qualifying at Suzuka – just 0.066 sec ahead of his teammate in a Red Bull one-two.Verstappen said he was “not very happy with myself” after almost letting Perez snatch top spot in the dying moments.
“We made some good progress and we managed to keep some consistency through qualifying. Let’s see what we are able to do tomorrow,” he added. He has looked back to his formidable best so far at Suzuka, topping the time sheets in the first and third practice sessions while sitting out the second because of bad weather.
“Maybe they were not so quick over one lap today but they are definitely fast in the long run. So we’ll have to wait and see how that will evolve in the race.”The British driver went toe to toe with Verstappen at the first corner in last year’s race before ultimately finishing as runner-up. He admitted there was “a lot to do” to close the gap but vowed to keep pushing.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Verstappen Sets Fastest Lap in Practice for Japanese Grand PrixMax Verstappen sets the fastest lap in the first practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix, edging out his Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez. Verstappen aims to continue his dominance in the F1 season after winning the first two races.
Read more »
ANC’s anti-West posturing has been a red rag to a raging bullMondli Makhanya | ANC’s anti-West posturing has been a red rag to a raging bull
Read more »
In Pictures: Red Bull Shay’ iMoto 2024SA's premier spinning event, Red Bull Shay' iMoto, took place in Century City, where 16 spinners battled it out for the ultimate title.
Read more »
Cape Town fans show up to support local drivers at 2024 Red Bull Shay'iMotoCape Town fans show up to support local drivers at 2024 Red Bull Shay'iMoto
Read more »
Verstappen vows to see out Red Bull contract despite off-track turmoilVerstappen vows to see out Red Bull contract despite off-track turmoil
Read more »