Max Verstappen expects 'tougher' Lewis Hamilton fight ahead of Austrian Grand Prix
Max Verstappen dominated the stage during the Styrian Grand Prix, as he finished 35 seconds clear of Lewis Hamilton at the Red Bull Ring, however, the Red Bull driver expects a ‘tougher’ challenge this Sunday at the Austrian Grand Prix.
Verstappen extended his lead in the driver standings to 18 points over the seven-time world champion with victory last time out.
Red Bull have now won the last four races on the bounce, with Sergio Perez taking a maiden win in Baku, and lead the team standings by 40 points over reigning champions Mercedes.
It’s a stark difference from the past seven years, where Mercedes have dominated the championship, winning double titles every year with Hamilton clinching six of seven and Nico Rosberg the other.
Yet, despite Red Bull’s strong position, the Dutchman felt nothing was certain heading into round nine.
“I expect it to be a tougher fight. There are no guarantees in this sport and we have to keep improving,” he said on Thursday, ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix.
