The Shanghai International Circuit and the race weekend in China will pose a serious challenge next weekend, according to Max Verstappen.
After three victories during the first four race weekends of the season, Red Bull and Max Verstappen can head to the Chinese GP with confidence. However, according to Verstappen, the race weekend will pose a serious challenge for various reasons.
“It was great to win in Suzuka. “I then stayed in Tokyo and it was nice to spend time there with family and friends,” Verstappen first looks back on the past race weekend in Japan. However, Verstappen is also looking forward to the race in China, which is back on the F1 calendar for the first time in five years.
“I’m looking forward to China because it will be a challenge for us, especially because it is a sprint weekend. Because we have not raced on this circuit since 2019, and with only one free practice, it is important to set up the car as best as possible to manage the tires. This makes it more exciting for the fans, which is good. The team has worked hard in preparation.”
“Shanghai International Circuit is a great track and has a unique layout, with tricky corners and long straights for overtaking. I have always enjoyed driving at this track, so we are curious to see what this weekend will bring.”