Verstappen felt like a turtle against Mercedes at Monza

First reported 1 day, 19 hours ago · latest 9 hours ago

Max Verstappen finished on the podium at the Italian Grand Prix but was frustrated by Red Bull's lack of straight-line speed, comparing the car to a turtle against Mercedes. He had earlier called it made of paper.

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How the sources differ

Motorsport.com and F1i focus on Verstappen's podium and frustration, while Crash.net highlights the straight-line deficit. Autosport explains his 'paper' comment from practice, and RaceFans reports his 'Fiat Punto' remark. No official FIA document is present.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete coverage, including the podium context and Verstappen's quotes, with an image and no paywall.

Verstappen felt like a turtle against Mercedes at Monza

How the sources differ

Coverage

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