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Max Verstappen qualifies sixth at Dutch Grand Prix sprint amid Red Bull issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:07 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Max Verstappen qualifies sixth at Dutch Grand Prix sprint amid Red Bull issues

Summary

Max Verstappen secured sixth place during the F1 Dutch Grand Prix sprint qualifying on August 21, 2026, trailing behind George Russell's pole time by 0.527 seconds. Verstappen commented on challenges with grip and balance affecting Red Bull's performance, noting a slight improvement from previous sessions but indicating a need for further adjustments. His teammate, Liam Lawson, narrowly missed out on reaching SQ3. Verstappen's focus remains on finding solutions ahead of the main race as he prepares to represent Red Bull among the top teams this weekend.

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By the Numbers

•Verstappen outqualified Lewis Hamilton, finishing sixth.
•He was 0.527 seconds off the pole time set by Russell.
•Red Bull faces ongoing performance issues with grip and balance.
•Lawson missed SQ3 qualification by a small margin.
•Verstappen aims to identify adjustments for better performance.

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8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Max Verstappen Takes Solace in Beating Lewis Hamilton Amid Red Bull Struggles

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Max Verstappen finds solace in outqualifying one of the big team car of Lewis Hamilton during the F1 Dutch Grand Prix sprint qualifying, as he rues balance and grip problems. Despite the big news of signing a new long-term deal…
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