Max Verstappen didn’t hold back in teasing McLaren at the Austrian GP. During an interview, he playfully commented on the colors of McLaren in comparison to his own fanbase, who were cheering from the opposite side of the stand.
Verstappen expressed his excitement for Red Bull’s home race, praising the incredible fans wearing orange in the stands and the amazing atmosphere they created. He emphasized the overwhelming support he always received at the event, highlighting the enthusiasm and energy his fans brought to the race weekend.
The Dutchman pointed towards the fans standing to his right and referred to them as the “good orange.” He was referring to the supporters wearing orange, who were creating a positive and energetic atmosphere at the event. However, Verstappen humorously noted McLaren’s papaya orange presence behind him and jokingly called it “ugly.”
Max Verstappen performed exceptionally well during the qualifying and Sprint race of the Austrian GP. When asked if he felt unbeatable after securing pole position and a strong performance in the Sprint race, he acknowledged that the weekend had been promising so far but remained cautious about the challenges that lay ahead. Verstappen recognized that tire degradation might pose a problem for them in the main race, reflecting a balanced optimism about their achievements and the obstacles they still faced.
Verstappen mentioned the hot weather and highlighted the need to take care of the tires due to the high temperature. He expressed optimism about maintaining the same good balance they found during qualifying for Sunday’s race. The Dutch driver stressed the importance of maintaining balance in hot conditions for proper tire management and a strong race.
When asked if he felt unstoppable after securing pole position and performing well in the Sprint race, Verstappen responded by saying, “Well, let’s see. So far, it’s been a really good weekend. I still expect it to be a tough race with the degradation.” Despite his confidence, Verstappen acknowledged the challenges that awaited him in the race.
Max Verstappen’s confidence was evident as he had already proven himself as the best at the Red Bull Ring in previous races. The stands were filled with orange, showing their support for Red Bull and Verstappen, who were eager for a victory in Sunday’s Austrian GP.