The two-stop strategy didn’t work for Max Verstappen, but his team also struggled making the RB21 get its tyres into the right operating window all weekend

The weekend in Hungary proved disastrous for the Dutchman. After qualifying only eighth, Vertsppen lost further ground during the race, ultimately finishing even lower. It was a major disappointment for the reigning world champion.

Max Verstappen has acknowledged serious issues with the Red Bull RB21 after a difficult qualifying session at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Starting from eighth on the grid, he expressed concern that the team’s struggles are rooted in a “fundamental issue” with the car.