Max looks ahead to Madring: 'Looks like a challenging track'

Published on 08 September 2026 by Niels Hendrix

Max Verstappen stoot on the podium in Monza after claiming third place in the Italian Grand Prix. The Dutch Oracle Red Bull Racing driver said: “It was a great result for us in Monza and we really maximised our performance to achieve a podium. Looking to Madrid this week, it is hard to know how we will perform there.”

Max added: “We have practiced on the sim and it looks like a more challenging track to drive, as with most street circuits, particularly because there are so many tricky corners. We will also need to assess the grip level when we go drive on Friday and then build it up from there. The practice sessions will be important to get as many learnings as possible before qualifying. Saying this, it is a new track for everyone and hopefully we can hit the ground running well and get off to a good start.”