Max Verstappen secures second place at Austrian Grand Prix for Red Bull
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 5:28 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
MotorsportsMax Verstappen finished second in the Austrian Grand Prix, competing closely with George Russell of Mercedes for the top position. This performance represents Red Bull's best showing of the year, attributed to improvements made with the third evolution of their RB22 model, which debuted at the Red Bull Ring. The result reflects a significant step forward for the team, signaling potential for future races.
- •Max Verstappen finishes second in the Austrian Grand Prix.
- •George Russell of Mercedes claimed victory in the race.
- •Red Bull introduced the third evolution of their RB22 model.
- •This result is Red Bull's best of the year.
"With a strong second place in the Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday, pushing George Russell’s Mercedes for victory, Max Verstappen gave Red Bull by far their best showing of the year. This was an encouraging reward for the team for bringing to the Red Bull Ring the third evolution of their RB22 model.
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