Max Verstappen discusses Red Bull power unit issues after qualifying at Silverstone
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 6:06 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Max Verstappen's qualifying session for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone faced complications due to a power unit issue. He finished behind teammate Isack Hadjar for the first time since Baku 2024, commenting on significant problems with the car's top speed and overall handling. Verstappen expressed frustration over the performance drop and suggested a potential engine change, emphasizing that competing in the current state would be unproductive. Red Bull is investigating the cause of the issue and will decide on any changes before the race.
- •Verstappen qualified third but was beaten by Isack Hadjar.
- •He reported lack of top speed and handling issues during qualifying.
- •Red Bull is investigating whether to change the power unit.
- •Verstappen prefers to alter car setup before the race.
- •The issues did not affect performance in the sprint race.
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — "There is no point racing like this" – Max Verstappen reveals Red Bull power unit issue
- 6:06 PMMotorsport.com — "There is no point racing like this" – Max Verstappen reveals Red Bull power unit issue
"After surprising even himself with third place in sprint qualifying, Verstappen's qualifying session for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix turned into a major disappointment. For the first time since Baku 2024, Verstappen was beaten by a team-mate in Q3 – back then it was Sergio Perez, this time it was Isack Hadjar, who finished one-and-a-half tenths ahead. However, Verstappen already felt ...Keep reading
"Verstappen says a power unit issue left him trapped in a vicious cycle during F1 qualifying at Silverstone. Red Bull is now investigating whether an engine change will be required
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 6:06 PM"There is no point racing like this" – Max Verstappen reveals Red Bull power unit issue
Verstappen says a power unit issue left him trapped in a vicious cycle during F1 qualifying at Silverstone. Red Bull is now investigating whether an engine change will be required
- Motorsport.comJul 4, 2026, 6:06 PM"There is no point racing like this" – Max Verstappen reveals Red Bull power unit issue
After surprising even himself with third place in sprint qualifying, Verstappen's qualifying session for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix turned into a major disappointment. For the first time since Baku 2024, Verstappen was beaten by a team-mate in Q3 – back then it was Sergio Perez, this time it was Isack Hadjar, who finished one-and-a-half tenths ahead. However, Verstappen already felt ...Keep reading
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