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Max Verstappen presses Red Bull for performance improvement after Dutch GP Sprint

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 2:21 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Max Verstappen presses Red Bull for performance improvement after Dutch GP Sprint

Summary

Max Verstappen finished sixth in the Dutch GP Sprint, raising concerns about the RB22's pace. After qualifying 0.527 seconds behind George Russell, Verstappen struggled with tire degradation and traffic behind Oscar Piastri. He expressed the need for more overall performance from the car ahead of upcoming adjustments in qualifying. The race may have shown better tire management but highlighted weaknesses in single-lap speed and overtaking ability. Red Bull plans to revise Verstappen's setup before qualifying, aiming to address the identified issues.

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By the Numbers

•Verstappen earned three points despite a sixth-place finish.
•RB22's performance is lacking compared to competitors.
•Verstappen faced difficulties overtaking due to tire overheating.
•Red Bull plans setup changes for upcoming qualifying.
•Qualifying will test improvements from the Dutch GP Sprint.

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2:21 PMYahoo Sports — Max Verstappen Calls for ‘More Overall Performance’ From Red Bull After Dutch GP Sprint

What they're saying

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Max Verstappen left the Dutch GP Sprint with three points and the same concern Red Bull identified on Friday: the RB22 is short of pace. After qualifying sixth, 0.527 seconds behind George Russell’s sprint pole, the home driver started and…
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