Verstappen faces challenges during Qualifying at British Grand Prix
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Max Verstappen struggled with dual issues during Qualifying for the British Grand Prix, ultimately finishing P7 after an 'extra painful' session. Verstappen reported engine troubles and imbalance that hindered his performance while teammate Isack Hadjar took P5. Both drivers acknowledged the gap to their competitors, with Hadjar feeling the pace of Mercedes and Ferrari was difficult to match. The team will aim to address these issues ahead of the race.
- •Max Verstappen finished Qualifying in seventh position.
- •He reported engine response issues and poor balance on the straights.
- •Isack Hadjar secured fifth place but noted the team's difficulties against rivals.
- •Verstappen mentioned the need to improve top speed for race day.
"Qualifying at the British Grand Prix did not go Max Verstappen's way, with the Red Bull driver admitting that he was dealing with two issues during the session.
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