Max Verstappen laments ‘a bad day’ at Emilia Romagna Grand Prix

This was not the start Red Bull wanted in Imola

As far as Fridays go, it could have been a lot better for Max Verstappen and Red Bull at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

Despite bringing a host of upgrades to Imola, the defending Formula 1 Drivers’ Champion struggled during Friday’s dual practice sessions. Verstappen was fifth-fastest in Friday’s first practice session, and only managed a P7 in FP2.

Verstappen was frustrated throughout both practice sessions, veering off track...