Max Verstappen expressed his readiness to engage in intense battles with his rivals for victory in Formula 1. The Red Bull driver was questioned by the media about his preference between a race with minimal competition or one where he had to fight for the win, similar to this year’s events. Verstappen made it clear that he was not afraid to face tough competition.
In elaborating on his stance, Verstappen highlighted the fact that everyone, including himself, makes mistakes as nobody is perfect. However, he emphasized that when he is competing closely with multiple teams, he strives to avoid these errors throughout the season. As an example, he pointed to the race in Montreal where mistakes can have a significant impact.
Despite recent setbacks, the 26-year-old driver remains confident in his ability to perform at his best under pressure. Verstappen believes in the capabilities of his team to excel in challenging situations. He acknowledges that the reasons for their current problems are different from those of a year ago, attributing their improved position to a better understanding of the car’s workings. He cited the mistake of attempting to make too many adjustments to the car’s setup at once during the race in Canada, which ultimately proved unsuccessful.
Overall, Verstappen feels that his team is in a much stronger position, which gives him the confidence to overcome the difficulties he has been facing. He is optimistic that a strong performance in an upcoming race will help him regain the momentum he has lost. However, he faces the challenge of a grid penalty in the upcoming race in Barcelona.
Perez, on the other hand, is hopeful that his improved situation compared to last year will enable him to make a comeback. Fans are eager to see Perez back in action and contributing points to the team, showcasing his value for a contract extension during the Canadian Grand Prix.