Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has weighed in on Sergio Perez’s recent struggles, citing psychological factors as the primary cause of his woes. This comes after Perez suffered a disappointing Q1 exit at the Canadian Grand Prix, marking his second consecutive early elimination.
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Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has downplayed Red Bull’s competitiveness in Canadian Grand Prix qualifying, hinting that Mercedes’ true pace was concealed. Despite finishing closely behind George Russell’s pole position time, Verstappen acknowledged that the Mercedes driver’s lap was slower than Lewis Hamilton’s benchmark Q2 time, suggesting the Silver Arrows have more in reserve.
George Russell secured his second pole position of the season at the Canadian Grand Prix, setting a blistering time of 1:12.000 and matching Max Verstappen’s time. The Mercedes driver edged out the Red Bull ace, while Lewis Hamilton struggled to seventh. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri had a mixed day for McLaren, with the former finishing fifth and the latter eighth.
In a display of raw pace, Lewis Hamilton stormed to the top of the timesheets in the final Formula 1 free practice session before qualifying. The Mercedes driver clocked an impressive 1:12.549, leaving his rivals in the dust. With Max Verstappen and George Russell completing the top three, the stage is set for a captivating qualifying battle as the teams and drivers aim to secure the coveted pole position.
Lewis Hamilton showcased his exceptional skills at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, posting an impressive time during qualifying simulations and holding a significant advantage over his rivals. With the Formula 1 standings on the line, teams are pushing their limits to secure a strong grid position for the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen’s running was cut short in FP2 at the Canadian Grand Prix due to a technical issue with his Red Bull car. The Dutchman expressed concerns over the problem’s potential impact later in the season, as the team investigates the root cause. With unpredictable weather conditions set to play a crucial role, Verstappen and Red Bull will need to overcome these setbacks to secure a strong starting position for the race.
As Red Bull faces a slump in performance, Mercedes technical director James Allison has shared his thoughts on the matter, suggesting the team’s upgrade may have backfired. Allison’s comments shed light on the challenges of implementing new components in Formula 1 and the ongoing battle for supremacy between the top teams.
Formula 1 teams have been busy making significant design changes to their cars ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix. From Mercedes’ revised front suspension and wing to Red Bull’s new rear wing and Sauber’s beam wing updates, these technical innovations demonstrate the relentless pursuit of performance in the sport.
With the Canadian Grand Prix on the horizon, Charles Leclerc is downplaying Ferrari’s status as favorites, suggesting it’s a ploy by rivals to shift the pressure. The Monegasque driver believes the tight competition between the top teams will be the key factor in Montreal, where Ferrari’s SF-24 could thrive on the circuit’s bumpy characteristics.
In a move that solidifies his commitment to the championship-winning team, Sergio Perez has expressed his enthusiasm for his new contract extension with Red Bull, declaring his willingness to give ‘100 per cent’ to the team.