Red Bull acknowledges mistake involving rear wing at Las Vegas GP

Red Bull's error occurred on Friday during the Las Vegas event

Red Bull has acknowledged that they brought an incorrect rear wing to the Las Vegas Grand Prix, following an underwhelming performance on Friday.

After the initial day of practice, Max Verstappen secured the 17th position, while Sergio Perez ended up in 19th place.

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Although Red Bull typically intensifies their efforts as race weekends move forward, they admitted to an error involving a new component for the RB20.

According to Motorsport, Helmut Marko from Red Bull stated that unlike their rivals, they do not possess an additional, more compact rear wing.

"That would definitely be more beneficial."

Marko stated that it was impossible to have a new, more suitable rear wing flown in overnight in time for Saturday’s qualifying session.

He mentioned that in the short term, they did not use a soft tire, and the performance over the long distance was only somewhat satisfactory.

"At times, certain laps were strong, but the rear tires would eventually lose grip."

"There were moments of quickness. We need to work on making it more steady."

"We need to achieve better equilibrium. We can enhance our performance on individual laps. However, during extended runs, the current issue is the wear on the tires."

Nevertheless, Marko issued a cautionary note to Mercedes and McLaren, who led the timesheet on Friday.

He mentioned that although individuals might be at their quickest on Thursday or Friday, it doesn't necessarily indicate they will perform swiftly during the competition.

"We will definitely take a sensible action."

On Friday, Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes recorded the quickest time, surpassing McLaren's Lando Norris.

Max Verstappen from Red Bull has the chance to secure the Formula 1 title in Las Vegas.

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Red Bull acknowledges mistake with rear wing at Las Vegas GP

Red Bull made an error on Friday during the Las Vegas event.

Red Bull has confessed to making an error by bringing an incorrect rear wing to the Las Vegas Grand Prix, following a lackluster performance on Friday.

After the initial day of practice, Max Verstappen secured the 17th position, while Sergio Perez ended up in 19th place.

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Red Bull, which often intensifies its efforts throughout race weekends, admitted to an error with a new component on the RB20.

According to Motorsport, Helmut Marko from Red Bull mentioned that they lack an additional, smaller rear wing like those used by their rivals.

"That would definitely be more beneficial."

Marko stated that it was impossible to have a new and more appropriate rear wing delivered in time for Saturday's qualifying session.

He mentioned that in the short term, they didn't use a soft tire, and the performance over a longer distance was only somewhat satisfactory.

"At times, a few laps showed strong competition, but the rear tires began to lose grip."

"There were moments of quickness. We simply need to make it more consistent."

"We require better equilibrium. While we can enhance our performance on individual laps, we are currently facing issues with tyre degradation over extended distances."

Despite this, Marko issued a cautionary note to Mercedes and McLaren, who led the times on Friday.

"Individuals may show their quickest pace on Thursday or Friday, but that doesn't necessarily translate to speed during the actual race," he remarked.

"We will definitely take a sensible action."

On Friday, Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton clocked the quickest time, surpassing McLaren's Lando Norris.

Max Verstappen, racing for Red Bull, has the opportunity to secure the F1 title in Las Vegas.

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Aleix Espargaro: "My hope is to be recalled as…"

Experienced MotoGP competitor announces retirement

Aleix Espargaro has expressed his desire for his MotoGP legacy to be defined by the principle “that dedication outweighs natural ability,” after announcing his retirement.

At the end of last week's 2024 season finale in Barcelona, the 35-year-old announced his retirement from MotoGP, marking an end to a career that began in the world championship back in 2004.

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Espargaro embarked on his first MotoGP race in 2010 with Pramac, and from the 2012 season onwards, he consistently participated, joining teams such as Aspar, Forward Racing, Suzuki, and eventually Aprilia throughout his career.

Espargaro achieved his greatest success with Aprilia, clinching his first-ever grand prix win in Argentina in 2022, followed by two additional victories in 2023.

In a conversation with Crash.net following his commendable fifth-place finish in his most recent race, when inquired about how he wishes to be recalled, Espargaro responded, "A common phrase that many individuals resonate with is that perseverance outshines natural ability.

"I genuinely hold the belief that it's accurate. Throughout my professional journey, I've always sensed that my abilities were somewhat inferior compared to those of my peers."

"Through diligent work, investing every possible effort, leveraging the full potential of my team and everyone involved, surrounding myself with a strong team, being intelligent in my approach, and undoubtedly working tirelessly, it's possible to achieve your goals."

"I aspire to be recalled as someone who always persevered."

Espargaro might still participate in a 2025 race as a one-off entry tied to his role as a test rider for Honda, although he mentioned following the Solidarity GP that he hadn't considered it yet.

Espargaro expressed his feelings following his final race, stating, "I felt a significant drop in stress – the moment the race concluded, I experienced a great sense of relief."

"Clearly, I'll deeply miss Aprilia and my RS-GP. However, I no longer had the desire to continue racing."

"I'm incredibly relieved and filled with joy. I feel a great sense of pride looking back at how far this young one has come since my arrival, what I've accomplished, and the family I've built."

"I believe we've entered a fresh phase in existence. There's a limit to everything."

"I believe recognizing the right moments in life is crucial, and I consider myself fortunate to have the opportunity to part ways in such a manner."

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Aleix Espargaro Expresses His Legacy Desires

The seasoned MotoGP competitor announces his retirement

Aleix Espargaro expresses a desire for his MotoGP legacy to be defined by the principle "that perseverance trumps innate ability," upon announcing his retirement.

At the end of last week's 2024 season finale in Barcelona, the 35-year-old announced his retirement from MotoGP, marking the end of a career that began in the world championship back in 2004.

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Espargaro first appeared in MotoGP in 2010 racing for Pramac, and by the 2012 season, he became a regular competitor. Throughout his career, he has raced for teams including Aspar, Forward Racing, Suzuki, and eventually settled with Aprilia.

Espargaro achieved his greatest triumphs with Aprilia, clinching his first-ever Grand Prix win in Argentina in 2022, and then adding two more victories to his tally in 2023.

When queried by Crash.net on how he wished to be remembered following his commendable fifth-place finish in his final race, Espargaro responded, "There's a popular saying that hard work triumphs over talent."

"I genuinely hold the belief that this is accurate. Throughout my professional journey, I've consistently perceived myself as less skilled compared to numerous peers."

"By dedicating oneself fully, leveraging every possible resource and effort from my team, surrounded by a capable team, and employing intelligence along with undeniable hard work, it's possible to achieve your goals."

"I wish to be recalled as someone who persevered against all odds."

Espargaro might participate in the 2025 races as a wildcard linked to his role as a tester for Honda, though he mentioned following the Solidarity GP that he hadn't considered it yet.

Espargaro shared his feelings following his final race, stating, "My stress levels significantly dropped – once I crossed the finish line, I felt a great sense of relief."

"Clearly, I'm going to miss Aprilia and my RS-GP tremendously. However, I no longer had the desire to continue racing."

"I'm greatly relieved and filled with joy. I'm immensely proud of the progress this young one has made since my arrival, the accomplishments we've achieved, and the family we've built together."

"I believe we are embarking on a fresh phase. It's time to draw the line."

"I believe that recognizing the right moments in life is crucial, and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to depart in such a manner."

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Valtteri Bottas shares insights on future plans following a revealing new tattoo.

"I'm at a point in my life where something is nearing its end."

Valtteri Bottas has revealed a fresh tattoo on his thigh that says "what's next?"

Valtteri Bottas has embraced a popular phrase on social media as he reflects on the unavoidable conclusion of his time in Formula 1.

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Sauber has decided to bring on board Formula 2 racer Gabriel Bortoleto to join forces with current Haas driver Nico Hulkenberg for the 2025 season.

Bottas finds himself at a dead end, yet he is welcoming fresh opportunities.

The individual recently took on an Iron Man triathlon, consisting of a 3.8-kilometer swim, a 180-kilometer bike ride, and a 42.2-kilometer marathon, all executed within the confines of his home. His motivation was to demonstrate his ability to accomplish this feat.

The departing Formula 1 driver revealed his latest tattoo to Sky Sports while in Las Vegas, saying, "What's next? That's the big question. That's why I made the commitment."

"I didn't have any tattoos, but I believed this one was worthwhile."

At this point in my life, one chapter is nearing its end while a new one is on the horizon.

"What comes after this? That's the question individuals need to pose to themselves and seek out the solution."

"Looking ahead, I'm not in a hurry to start anything new."

"I need to explore all possible options that will be beneficial for me in the long run, considering different paths from 2026 onwards, whether that involves Formula 1 or another direction."

Reflecting now, if that's the conclusion, I can hold my head high.

"I consistently put in my maximum effort. That's what truly matters. I have no regrets."

"Life isn't solely about racing around in circles in a car; there should be more to it than that."

"I absolutely take this sport seriously, as it is my passion and I dedicate myself fully to it."

"However, when I'm not working, I like to enjoy myself…"

There are rumors suggesting that Bottas might come back to Mercedes to take on the role of a reserve driver.

He has shown less interest in moving to a different racing series, such as IndyCar, for the 2025 season. This suggests he may be planning a return to Formula 1 in 2026, when changes to the regulations are expected.

Sauber will have a fresh appearance in 2025. At the moment, Brazilian racer Bortoleto is leading the rankings in Formula 2.

He has earned a spot as a rookie driver in Formula 1 for next year with the team that is set to become Audi in 2026.

Sauber needed to engage in discussions with McLaren, as they already had a contract with Bortoleto.

Karun Chandhok from Sky Sports referred to Bortoleto as an exceptionally skilled young driver.

"With Nico Hulkenberg, there's a harmonious mix of youthful energy and seasoned expertise."

Nico Hulkenberg has performed exceptionally this season, likely placing him among the top 10 drivers of the year.

"Bortoleto has demonstrated significant competitiveness in F2. McLaren holds him in high regard and graciously agreed to let him go."

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Yuki Tsunoda hopes to persuade Red Bull to reconsider their decision and offer him a chance to compete in Formula 1 for the 2025 season.

Yuki Tsunoda is optimistic that his racing results will persuade Red Bull to offer him a spot on their team for the 2025 Formula 1 season.

The RB driver delivered an impressive performance by securing the seventh position in the Las Vegas Grand Prix qualifying session, just two spots behind Red Bull's Max Verstappen.

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Yuki Tsunoda achieved his result as Sergio Perez experienced his sixth failure to advance past Q1 this season, posting a lap time that placed him 16th on the starting grid.

Although Perez has a contract for the upcoming year, he is facing significant pressure to keep his position due to ongoing poor performance compared to Verstappen. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has acknowledged that the team might still alter their roster of drivers for the 2025 season.

Up to this point, Tsunoda has not been considered by Red Bull as a potential candidate, with his teammate Liam Lawson and Franco Colapinto, who has been filling in at Williams, seen as more probable options to replace Perez should a switch occur.

When questioned about how he plans to prove to Red Bull that he is prepared for promotion to the main team, Tsunoda replied to Sky Sports F1: "If I had the answer, I would act on it immediately after this interview."

"I can't change those things. What I can do is focus on how well I'm performing this year."

"I believe in my abilities and aim to consistently deliver strong results, hoping this will persuade them to reconsider."

"I will give my best effort and am aware of my capabilities when I join Red Bull."

"At this moment, my focus is on preparing thoroughly, presenting the outcomes, and leaving the decision up to them."

Yuki Tsunoda, who delivered a better performance than Daniel Ricciardo, initially chosen by Red Bull as a substitute for Perez, expressed his annoyance about being repeatedly passed over by Red Bull before the weekend began.

Yuki Tsunoda shared with reporters in Las Vegas that certain events began while Daniel was still his teammate. He noted that Liam joined and quickly made his presence felt.

"Frankly, it's the typical situation you find within that team or among the Red Bull group."

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I secured four championships alongside Valentino Rossi – his hidden strategy revealed

"Learning from this was incredibly valuable for me…"

The ally who witnessed his prime years emphasizes that Valentino Rossi's dedication to extensive studying and conducting meetings played a pivotal role in his achievements.

Unlike his jovial outward appearance, Rossi became focused and strategic in his approach when it was time for business.

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This characteristic stands out vividly in Davide Brivio's memory.

"Brivio shared with Relevo that while they were associated with Yamaha, he was with Honda, and they managed to persuade him to join their team."

His mindset was solely focused on victory; indeed, for him, anything less than first place was considered a failure.

"He introduced a distinctly different strategy at Yamaha, embedding a mindset focused on consistently striving for victory and reaching the highest possible standards."

Valentino excelled in his professionalism, both inside the pit and while riding the motorcycle. He was highly professional.

"He dedicated extended periods to work, convened discussions, engaged in research, yet beyond the conventional boundaries, one could enjoy a meal out and have a good time.

"He displayed a high level of professionalism while also bringing a sense of enjoyment to the experience. It served as an excellent example for me, showing that it's possible to combine seriousness with fun."

In 2004, Rossi made the bold move to transition from Honda, where he had clinched the MotoGP championship, to Yamaha, risking his professional trajectory.

In his initial two seasons with Yamaha, The Doctor claimed additional championships under the leadership of team manager Brivio.

"Most importantly, we enjoyed ourselves"

Brivio recalled their partnership's major moments, such as the initial win or the inaugural world championship.

"Events such as the 2009 Barcelona race, and the 2008 Laguna Seca…"

However, there was a notable intensity, especially when Jorge Lorenzo became part of the team.

"Brivio emphasized the uniqueness of Lorenzo's entry into Yamaha."

"Valentino revolutionized Yamaha’s legacy and, naturally, he saw himself as the top contender."

"When one is present and then another comes along…"

"The experience remained positive. He handled it skillfully."

Rossi and Lorenzo famously constructed a barrier within their garage to conceal information from one another while they competed fiercely for the MotoGP championship.

"Valentino holds a dear spot in my heart," Brivio expressed.

"We secured four championships, accomplished numerous things as a team, but most importantly, we enjoyed ourselves immensely."

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Lando Norris admits that his chances for the F1 2024 championship slipped away within the initial six races. He believes that the setbacks faced at the beginning of the season were crucial to his title hopes.

Lando Norris acknowledged that the 2024 F1 championship slipped away during the initial six races of the season. Despite this, he expressed pride in having been a competitor against Max Verstappen.

The McLaren racer is set to begin the Las Vegas Grand Prix in seventh position, directly trailing his championship competitor, Verstappen, who is in sixth. To maintain any chance of claiming the title, he must finish with at least three points more than the Dutch contender.

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Norris believes that the championship was effectively decided when Red Bull dominated in the early season, a period when McLaren was not competitive. However, the British driver vowed to keep pushing hard to postpone Verstappen's championship victory festivities.

Norris stated to reporters in Las Vegas that regardless of the outcome tomorrow, his perspective will remain unchanged.

He has a strong chance of securing the championship title. However, my focus is on competing and giving my all in each race, regardless of whether Max finishes before me or not. That's just part of the sport. Today, he's slightly in front of us.

"I believe we have an opportunity to win against them tomorrow, but I will give my all as I consistently do in every race. The result will be whatever it is meant to be."

I am the person facing Max, and I'm glad it's me instead of someone else. Would I have liked it to last a little longer? Definitely.

"The championship was essentially decided during the initial six races of the season. It was during this period that Max was in control, and Red Bull had established a significant lead, making it nearly impossible to recover the points difference."

"I'm thrilled and content with how far we've come, and it's all thanks to us, without any outside help."

Norris mentioned that his McLaren vehicle faced difficulties, with each turn presenting a new issue, throughout the tough qualifying round in Las Vegas.

"The top three or four are likely unattainable," Norris mentioned to Sky Sports F1.

Throughout the weekend, Mercedes has consistently been the fastest team, which is evident. Ferrari has been close on their heels. Meanwhile, both Red Bull and our team have lagged behind by a significant margin, which was apparent in today's performance.

"We certainly anticipated achieving more than what we actually accomplished."

"If only everything had aligned during that lap, we faced issues in every turn with various problems. One moment it functions well, the next it doesn't, making it exceedingly challenging with our car."

"Searching for faster lap times without exceeding the car's limits is tricky. It proved to be too challenging for us, as was evident."

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Lando Norris discusses the "surprising" difficulties McLaren faced on Friday in Las Vegas, admitting, "I'm not very good at it."

Lando Norris expressed that his McLaren car performed "shockingly" when running on high fuel, even though he finished Friday's practice for the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix with the second-best time.

Norris, aiming to maintain his championship aspirations by outscoring his competitor Max Verstappen by a minimum of three points this weekend, finished the second practice session only 0.011 seconds behind Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes.

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Yet, even though Norris found McLaren's single-lap speed promising during the qualifying simulations, he remains worried about the car's race speed due to issues with tyre graining.

"It was average. In my opinion, the performance with low fuel was fine. However, with high fuel, it was quite surprising, so there are many aspects that need to be examined," Norris stated.

Mixing these elements and dealing with challenges like front graining is something I find quite difficult. It's consistently a challenge for me.

"There was plenty of time to focus on it. Essentially, it was split into two parts: one involving efficient low fuel performance and the other dealing with challenging high fuel conditions."

When questioned about whether managing graining comes down to small details, Norris replied: "It can be. If I knew the solution, I'd likely implement it."

"Although I'm aware of it, taking action remains challenging for me, as it is consistently a struggle."

"I plan to investigate the issue and determine what can be done. Currently, I can prioritize addressing high fuel concerns over low fuel ones, but achieving a good qualifying position up front is always beneficial for overall performance."

"There are many aspects to examine this evening."

The 25-year-old from Britain expressed that, due to the lack of grip on the Las Vegas track, he believed he could go faster in a regular road car than in his Formula 1 vehicle.

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Dismissed F1 racer recommended as ideal substitute for Damon Hill on Sky Sports

Daniel Ricciardo proposed as a potential replacement for Damon Hill on Sky Sports F1.

Johnny Herbert is of the opinion that Daniel Ricciardo, who was recently let go, would perfectly fill Damon Hill's shoes at Sky Sports F1.

Hill, who clinched the world championship in 1996 and has significantly contributed to Sky's analysis team since they acquired the Formula 1 broadcasting privileges in the UK in 2012, surprisingly revealed his exit after the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

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Ex-Formula 1 driver Herbert believes that now that Ricciardo's career in grand prix racing seems to have come to an end, following his replacement at Red Bull by Liam Lawson, Sky should consider offering him a position on their TV team.

"Herbert mentioned to FlashscoreUSA.com that he would choose Daniel Ricciardo to be part of the F1 Sky team."

"His background is rich with experience, complemented by a charismatic smile and a camera-friendly presence. He's widely liked, possesses a pleasant personality, and excels at communicating his vast experiences."

"He's experienced both highs and lows. Those stories are exactly what folks are eager to listen to. Adding Daniel would indeed be beneficial."

Herbert disclosed that Hill was discontent with the maltreatment he faced on online platforms following recent disapproval of Red Bull’s Max Verstappen.

"Herbert revealed that since his start in 2012, Damon Hill has consistently questioned his involvement in punditry."

"Annually, he expressed uncertainty about repeating it, yet for 12 consecutive years, he returned! Honestly, it's unclear if it was his own choice or Sky's."

"Could it have been about pleasure? It's possible. He faced backlash for his comments regarding Max, and perhaps he thought, ‘I really don’t need this hassle.’ With the transformations occurring, if he was indeed compelled to leave, it raises questions about what might be in store for Martin Brundle and David Croft."

He was deeply distressed by the intense backlash he received for his remarks about Max. Damon, who has a son with Down's Syndrome, is actively involved with the Halow Project. Much of the hostility directed at me for my critique of Max's driving originated from social media accounts associated with the charity, which was absurd.

"Individuals targeted me via the Halow charity's Instagram page. Perhaps the onslaught of negative feedback influenced his decision. Detractors also leveraged the BRDC's account to criticize me regarding time penalties, the qualifying round in Brazil, and beginning the race from a lower position. Accusations were made against us for showing favoritism towards Max."

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Significant Progress for Potential 11th Formula 1 Team by 2026

A new F1 team might soon join the grid.

The likelihood of another Formula 1 team joining the lineup has "significantly risen," as reported by the Associated Press.

According to a report, the protracted effort by Andretti to become the 11th team in Formula 1 might receive approval in the next few weeks.

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Dan Towriss, who holds the majority ownership of the Andretti organization, is attending the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix this weekend amid intensifying discussions.

According to an AP report, Andretti's prospects of entering Formula 1 have increased following a company reorganization that reduced the involvement of Michael Andretti, who is the son of former F1 champion Mario Andretti.

According to the report, discussions have increased following the reduction of his position.

With Michael Andretti no longer at the helm, the team might be rebranded under the name of General Motors, the corporation that presently supports Andretti.

Cadillac might serve as the engine supplier starting in 2026.

Las Vegas has become a significant event in the Formula 1 schedule, marking its return after a highly awaited revival last year, as the sport continues to grow its presence in the United States.

However, Haas is the sole team that receives support from the United States.

Despite their efforts to join the championship earlier this year, Andretti was unable to secure the backing of the current 10 Formula 1 teams.

This is even though the FIA has given their entry the green light

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff was questioned regarding the seemingly altered position on adding an 11th team to the Formula 1 grid.

Wolff informed the Associated Press that they have a legal responsibility as board members to advocate for what benefits the company and its staff the most, and they have fulfilled this duty.

"If a team can enhance their championship status, especially if General Motors enters the scene as a team owner, that's a whole different scenario."

"As long as it fosters creativity and boosts the sport's popularity and revenue, no team will oppose it. I'm hopeful about that."

"Nobody from Andretti, Andretti Global, or any future name of the organization has ever discussed with me any details about their creative vision."

"However, the teams don't have to make a decision since they aren't responsible for it. The decision is made by the commercial rights holder along with the FIA, and we are not involved."

"When I want to get an invitation to a party and attend it, I make it a point to sit with the group and share who I am. I explain why I'm enjoyable company and assure them that everyone will appreciate having me there."

"That hasn't occurred, but in my opinion, and this is just my personal perspective rather than a professional one, there's nothing within our power to do or say about it."

"I don't know the individuals involved. While I've talked to Mario, I haven't had any conversations with his son or anyone else associated with them. I'm not familiar with who they are. However, I do know GM and have a high opinion of them."

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Max Verstappen claims that Red Bull's failure to produce a low-drag rear wing has led them to lose two races, particularly impacting their performance in Las Vegas.

Max Verstappen believes that Red Bull has wasted two race weekends by choosing not to introduce a low-drag rear wing for the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen secured the fifth position in the qualifying rounds for Sunday's grand prix, positioning himself just ahead of his competitor, Lando Norris. To clinch his fourth world championship title, Verstappen needs to ensure that Norris doesn't outscore him by more than two points. Meanwhile, Verstappen's Red Bull teammate, Sergio Perez, was eliminated in the first qualifying session, ending up in 16th place.

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Following the qualifying session, Verstappen concentrated on Red Bull's lag in straight-line speed when compared to their competitors. This shortcoming arose because the team lacked a specialized low-drag rear wing, which is essential for high-speed circuits such as Las Vegas and Monza.

"We decided against creating a rear wing with low drag," Verstappen mentioned to the press, including Motorsport Week, during an event in Las Vegas.

"We don't possess one. This situation has been ongoing since 2022. I believe it never crossed our minds that it would deplete to such an extent. Given the budget constraints, we had to set our priorities and accordingly made adjustments."

"Absolutely, I would have preferred a wing with less downforce. Alternatively, a different design that is more efficient would have been ideal."

"However, it's an issue we'll consider. Yet, there's just one year remaining under the current regulations."

"I'm not sure if it sounds logical, but from my perspective, it seems like we waste two race weekends in situations like this since we end up losing significant time on the straights."

When questioned about the areas where he was losing time, Verstappen clarified: "It's happening both in the corners and on the straight sections. We understand that our wing design inherently decreases our top speed, particularly when the DRS is activated. It's somewhat of a disadvantage."

"We were aware of the challenges that come with racing on a circuit like Monza. Additionally, we consistently found it difficult to get the tyres to perform optimally."

"I believe we made the most of our qualifying session given our resources, which resulted in a P5 finish. We were somewhat fortunate because Lewis didn't complete a lap; otherwise, we would have been P6. I feel we truly optimized our performance."

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