Max Verstappen concluded Friday's practice sessions for the United States Grand Prix in second and third place, staying within striking distance of benchmark setter Charles Leclerc at the Circuit of the Americas.
Although Red Bull Racing is not entirely dominating the field right from the get-go, the four-time world champion expressed overall satisfaction with the initial behavior of the RB22 machine in Texas.
Engineers face a tough compromise this weekend due to the contrasting layout of the circuit, forcing them to balance high-speed agility with low-speed stability across the challenging track.

Technical director Pierre Wache pointed out that low-speed performance remains their primary target for improvement based on telemetry and GPS data gathered during Friday running.
Data reveals that rivals hold a significant advantage through tight corners and heavy braking zones, compounding the setup dilemma alongside severe track bumps.




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