Verstappen: ‘Error can now be more expensive’ | Motorsport

sport">“Did I miss it? No, no… ”, Verstappen winked, wearing a proper mask, with Red Bull teammate Alexander Albon at his side. “No, udder I really missed it. At the beginning of the period, I spent a lot of time on the simulator, but it also gets boring at some point. I drove a few days on a track, but not in a Formula 1 car. I am happy that we are here and that we can finally do what we love. ”

sport">The feeling at Red Bull and Verstappen is good in the run-up to the late start of the season. Although the Dutchman immediately notes that it is now difficult to estimate where exactly he is without having driven a competitive meter. “We are certainly in a good position and Honda has of course come up with an improved engine, but we will have to find out how we are actually doing. After the winter tests, there have always been question marks, let alone now: after such a long break. ”

sport">Verstappen is a no-nonsense type, who doesn’t seem to get confused by changing situations. Currently, the calendar consists of eight races. It is still unclear how many that will eventually be this year. “Nothing changes in my approach. Whether we have 22, 8 or 15 races, you never want a DNF (dropout, ed.) After your name. I always go for the best result, without wanting to take the craziest risks, of course. In a shorter season, an error can be more costly, but it is the way it is. The way I approach the weekends is comparable to the normal situation. ”

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