Red Bull star Max Verstappen experienced difficult moments at the Australian Grand Prix, the opening stage of the Formula 1 World Championship. During the second free practice (FP2), the four-time world champion's car went off the track and suffered serious damage.
İdman.Biz reports that Verstappen lost control in the 12th turn of the Albert Park track and entered the gravel area. At this time, some parts were observed to break off from the bottom of the RB22 car and scatter around. After the incident, the Dutch driver was able to finish the session in sixth place.
The team's mechanics have switched to a tight working regime to determine the extent of the damage to the car after the crash.
Let us remind you that in the first free practice (FP1), Verstappen finished third, behind Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. The leader of the second session was local favorite Oscar Piastri.