Max Verstappen: Spa is my favorite track

      Red Bull Racing drivers are preparing for a challenging Belgian Grand Prix. Max Verstappen and Isaac Hajar do not expect to be among the leaders this upcoming weekend.

      Max Verstappen: "It's good that we had a little break. The weekend in Silverstone was tough, and last week I was at the team's base working on the simulator.

      As for Spa, it's my favorite track on the calendar, and I'm always happy to return to it. I think this time the race might be tougher due to restrictions related to the use of electric energy on the long straights, but historically we've always been strong here, so you never know how it will turn out.

      This weekend I will again start in a helmet with a special livery. It's a tribute to our fans who have supported me in Spa for many years."

      Isaac Hajar: "Last weekend I was at Goodwood, where I got to drive the RB17 and RB9. For any driver, the sound of such cars is something special, so I had an amazing experience.

      In the two-race series before the summer break, my team and I intend to do everything possible. Throughout the European part of the season, I have been performing consistently, and now I want to maintain that level and earn even more points.

      Spa is a legendary track. Due to the new regulations, it will feel quite different, and for us drivers, it will be a new challenge. In terms of characteristics, it is similar to Silverstone, so we do not expect to be among the leaders. But I hope we can use everything we learned at the last race this weekend."