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Verstappen lauds the RB12’s pace over long runs
- Updated: September 30, 2016
Despite Red Bull trailing Mercedes and Ferrari on the times, Max Verstappen said the two practice sessions were rather promising after showing good speed during their long runs.
The youngster finished Friday fifth fastest with a time of 1:36.037, while his team-mate Daniel Ricciardo finished eighth.
However, the Dutchman feels that they can improve on their short runs and added that they can expect a positive result on Sunday if they can get it right.
“Both sessions were not too bad,” he said.
“The first one, you just build up to it and especially with the new tarmac you have to get to grips with the car.
“I think it was a positive day, our short runs …