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Verstappen says easier F1 cars narrowing driver differences after Lawson result

First reported 1 month, 2 weeks ago · latest 1 month, 2 weeks ago

At the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix, Liam Lawson qualified a tenth off Max Verstappen on his Red Bull return. Verstappen said easier F1 cars are narrowing driver differences, sparking analysis of stand-in performances.

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The Race frames the story as evidence F1 has become too easy, while PlanetF1 focuses on Verstappen's comments and the surprising team-mate gap. RaceFans adds Lawson's own perspective on his qualifying lap. No official FIA document is present.

Recommended first read: PlanetF1 provides the most complete coverage, directly quoting Verstappen's comments and contextualizing the team-mate split, with an image and no paywall.

Verstappen says easier F1 cars narrowing driver differences after Lawson result

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Max Verstappen says ‘easier’ F1 cars narrowing driver differences after Liam Lawson result