Verstappen: Let’s hope the typhoon stays away in Japan!
Verstappen: Let’s hope the typhoon stays away in Japan!
Max Verstappen is looking forward to getting out on the track for the next Formula 1 Grand Prix in Japan, but is hoping for an event uninterrupted by weather as super-typhoon Kong-rey threatens the nation and its surrounding islands with torrential wind and rain.
The category five hurricane has authorities on red alert ahead of the weekend, but as of yet no warnings have been made against the potential cancellation of the GP in Suzuka, with places further afield more at risk.
Verstappen is hoping the race can proceed without incident.
"Suzuka circuit is one of my favourite tracks of the season and it’s always a great experience to see the fans," the Dutchman said.
"Let’s hope the typhoon stays away and we have a weekend to remember.
"We have been successful in Japan in the past, so I’m really looking forward to going back and hopefully achieving a good result for the Team."
Verstappen admits that he will not know how Red Bull will perform until he gets out on the track this Sunday, and cited Esses as his favourite corner and the most difficult portion of the track.
"You never know how competitive you will be until you get out on track but our car has always been very good in the first sector and with a good strategy we could have a decent chance this weekend.
"My favourite corner is the fast Esses but it’s also the most difficult section of the track and you really have to focus on the car and getting the set-up right. I also like that the Japanese people are so passionate about Formula 1 because it has such a great history there".
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