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Red Bull lacked pace for Max Verstappen Dutch GP podium fight, says Calum Nicholas

Former Red Bull mechanic Calum Nicholas believes that even if Max Verstappen had avoided his opening-lap crash at the Dutch Grand Prix, the team simply lacked the pace to fight for the podium positions. The final Formula 1 grand prix at Zandvoort got off to a dramatic start. Whil

Motorsport.com
August 26, 2026
Red Bull lacked pace for Max Verstappen Dutch GP podium fight, says Calum Nicholas

Former Red Bull mechanic Calum Nicholas believes that even if Max Verstappen had avoided his opening-lap crash at the Dutch Grand Prix, the team simply lacked the pace to fight for the podium positions. The final Formula 1 grand prix at Zandvoort got off to a dramatic start. While the rain had cleared before the start of the race, there were still some damp patches on the track. Home hero ...Keep reading

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