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Toto Wolff credits Max Verstappen for Red Bull's strong performance in Austria

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 5:17 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Toto Wolff credits Max Verstappen for Red Bull's strong performance in Austria
Summary

During the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix on June 28, Max Verstappen, starting fifth, finished just 1.6 seconds behind George Russell, marking a promising performance for Red Bull. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff praised Verstappen, stating he significantly influenced his team's competitiveness. Despite Red Bull's improvements, Wolff emphasized that it was Verstappen's driving that positioned them as serious contenders in Spielberg. He joked about Verstappen being a potential championship threat but acknowledged his ability to maximize car performance. Verstappen, with his second podium of the year, currently sits seventh in the overall standings, 98 points behind leader Kimi Antonelli.

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  • •Verstappen finishes 1.6 seconds behind Russell in Austria
  • •Wolff underscores Verstappen's crucial role at Red Bull
  • •Clarifies Verstappen's potential impact on the championship
  • •Verstappen now seventh in standings, 98 points off lead
  • •Kimi Antonelli retains the championship lead after race
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  • 5:17 PMYahoo Sports — Toto Wolff points to Max Verstappen factor behind Red Bull's Austria pace
What they're saying
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Mercedes boss reckons while Red Bull improved its car, the biggest factor that made Max Verstappen his team's main rival in Austria was Verstappen himself

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