Verstappen expresses uncertainty ahead of Barcelona Grand Prix
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar of Red Bull Racing are uncertain about their performance heading into the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. Despite improvements leading to two podiums in recent races, Verstappen noted the challenges of adapting to a traditional circuit with expected hot weather. He emphasized the need to understand tire performance during practice sessions. Hadjar, having enjoyed a strong outing in Monaco, expects Barcelona's characteristics to be similar to Suzuka, but he too acknowledges uncertainties surrounding the car's setup and performance.
- •Red Bull has taken two podiums in the last two events.
- •Verstappen will run a new engine after issues in Monaco.
- •Hadjar finished on the podium for the second time in his career.
- •Hot weather conditions expected may affect tire performance.
- •Practice sessions will be key for assessing car setup.
"Red Bull duo Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar believe "there are still so many unknowns for us" ahead of this weekend's Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, despite a recent improvement in performance.
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