Max Verstappen suffered a knee injury during the Austrian GP qualifying crash. He finished 2nd in the race.
What Happened During the Crash?
Verstappen was on his flying lap when he spun out and struck the barrier. He told Sky Sports there were no signs the car would behave that way.
The crash occurred on the exit of the penultimate corner. Verstappen said he lost aero performance due to damage on the rear of the car.
The Aftermath
Red Bull Racing team principal Laurent Mekies said Verstappen's RB22 lacked downforce when he spun out. Mekies took full responsibility for the incident.
Verstappen started the race from P5 and battled his way through 71 laps. He came under pressure from Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli in the last few laps.
Verstappen's Performance
Despite the injury, Verstappen secured 2nd place. He was asked about the qualifying crash after the race and said his knees were okay.
The incident occurred during the Austrian GP qualifying session. Verstappen was competing for a potential pole position when the crash happened.
Looking Ahead
Verstappen's injury may impact his performance in upcoming races. He will need to assess the damage and recover quickly to stay competitive.
Verstappen's team will also need to investigate the cause of the crash. They will work to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Austrian GP took place on a Sunday. Verstappen's 2nd place finish was a notable achievement given the circumstances.
Verstappen's knee injury was not severe. He was able to finish the race without major issues.
The Red Bull Racing team will look to bounce back from the incident. They will focus on improving their performance and reducing the risk of similar crashes.