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Max Verstappen Struggles in Austrian GP Qualifying, Faces Dramatic Battle from 7th Grid

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June 29, 2025
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Max Verstappen Struggles in Austrian GP Qualifying, Faces Dramatic Battle from 7th Grid

Max Verstappen performs during the FIA Formula1 World Championship at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria on June 28, 2025 // Philip Platzer / Red Bull Ring // SI202506280938 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen’s Struggle in Austrian GP Qualifying Sends Shockwaves Through Red Bull Racing

Max Verstappen faced a nightmare qualifying session at the Austrian Grand Prix, leaving Red Bull Racing with a daunting challenge ahead. The team’s hopes for a strong performance at their home race took a hit as Yuki Tsunoda was eliminated in Q1, and Verstappen could only manage a seventh-place start after battling with his RB21 in every corner.

The reigning champion expressed his frustration, admitting that the car felt worse than expected and that every corner was a struggle during qualifying. Verstappen highlighted the unpredictable behavior of the car, with a constant battle between understeer and oversteer, making it a challenging session for the Dutch driver.

Despite the team’s efforts to address the car’s performance issues throughout the season, the Austrian Grand Prix qualifying revealed a unique set of challenges for Red Bull Racing. Verstappen’s difficulties on the track raised concerns within the team, as they were left puzzled by the sudden drop in performance.

The scorching track temperatures added another layer of complexity to the situation, further exacerbating the car’s handling issues. Verstappen noted that the hotter conditions did not favor their car, contributing to the struggle for balance during qualifying.

As Red Bull Racing analyzes the setbacks faced in qualifying, they remain uncertain about the exact cause of the performance dip. Verstappen clarified that the team made minimal changes to the car between sessions, making the unexpected drop in performance even more perplexing.

Looking ahead to race day, Verstappen expressed reservations about their long-run pace and the challenges posed by the warmer conditions. The Dutch driver acknowledged that the team would face an uphill battle to compete at the front of the grid, given their struggles with performance consistency between qualifying and race simulations.

Despite the setbacks in qualifying, Red Bull Racing remains determined to bounce back and overcome the challenges at the Austrian Grand Prix. As the team evaluates the data and feedback from Verstappen, they will be working tirelessly to fine-tune the RB21 for a stronger performance in the race.

The Austrian Grand Prix qualifying drama has set the stage for an intense battle on race day, with Red Bull Racing and Max Verstappen poised to showcase their resilience in the face of adversity. The motorsport world eagerly awaits the outcome of the race as Verstappen aims to turn his qualifying struggles into a triumphant comeback on the track.

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