News Now: Verstappen admits wild slide in Abu Dhabi Q3 was ‘quite spicy’……..
Max Verstappen described his wild slide during Q3 of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix qualifying session as “quite spicy.” The Red Bull driver experienced a dramatic moment at Turn 19 when his car snapped sideways at high speed. Despite the scare, Verstappen managed to keep his car under control and secure pole position.
Reflecting on the incident, Verstappen admitted the slide was intense but credited his quick reactions and the car’s stability for avoiding a costly mistake. He explained that a slight misjudgment while pushing the limits caused the rear to step out. The Dutchman acknowledged that moments like these are part of racing when drivers are extracting maximum performance.
His pole lap put him ahead of rivals Charles Leclerc and George Russell, reinforcing Red Bull’s dominance in the final qualifying of the season. Verstappen’s impressive save highlighted his exceptional car control and ability to handle high-pressure situations.
With the final race of the season ahead, Verstappen aims to cap off a record-breaking year with another victory, while rivals will be eager to challenge him in Sunday’s race. His remarkable Q3 performance demonstrated why he remains the benchmark in modern Formula 1.
