Max Verstappen is hoping for a birthday treat at the Russian Grand Prix, but admits the Sochi Autodrom is unlikely to suit Red Bull's high-downforce set-up. Verstappen is also expected to take engine penalties next week, putting a further downer on celebrations. The Dutchman will turn 21 on the day of the race in Sochi, but the chances of him winning some extra champagne appear to be slim. Red Bull have not stood on the podium since the race's introduction on the Formula 1 calendar in 2014 and Verstappen's best result is last season's run to fifth place. After Verstappen took a brilliant second place in Singapore last time out with Renault's c-spec engine, Christian Horner revealed that a...
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