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Verstappen: Cars are fun to qualify but not to race

Having spent four days adjusting to this year's new aerodynamic rules, Max Verstappen says he wants more mechanical grip. Last week the Dutchman and Red Bull wrapped up their pre-season with Verstappen finishing down in 17th place with a best time of 1:17.709. Covering 157 laps last week, he not only has a better understanding of his RB15 but also this year's new aerodynamic regulations. He is also well aware of what he would change. 'I would just make the floor of the car bigger,' he said in an interview with his website, 'so you are able to generate more mechanical grip and downforce from within the car itself. 'I would also make the front and rear wing smaller and less complicated.'...
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