Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar expressed concerns about the discomfort and performance of the Red Bull RB22 during Sprint Qualifying for the Canadian Grand Prix, with Verstappen noting that his feet were "flying off the pedals." Both drivers finished on the fourth row of the grid, notably lagging over half a second behind pole position. Verstappen described the car's handling as poor, struggling to maintain consistency on the bumpy Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Hadjar, while feeling some improvement, echoed Verstappen's sentiments regarding the ride quality and bouncing issues hindering performance. Both racers aim to identify solutions before the upcoming Qualifying session.

By the Numbers
  • Verstappen finished over half a second behind pole sitter George Russell.
  • Both drivers claimed they were on the fourth row of the grid for Sprint Qualifying.
State of Play
  • Drivers reported significant bounce issues on a notoriously bumpy track.
  • Hadjar improved his performance edge over Verstappen compared to the previous Miami race.
What's Next

Verstappen and Hadjar will work on addressing the bounce and ride quality issues before the next qualifying sessions, potentially reshaping their strategies and setups for improved performance in future races.

Bottom Line

Red Bull’s performance woes under bumpy track conditions illustrate the challenges even top teams face, underscoring the need for crucial adjustments to maintain competitive edge in the series.