Max Verstappen claims he feels ‘fantastic’ after making his debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Max Verstappen enjoyed his outing with the RB16B at the Goodwood Festival of Speed with Red Bull.

Max Verstappen claims he feels ‘fantastic’ after making his debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Max Verstappen (via IMAGO)

Max Verstappen was present at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and was spotted celebrating Red Bull’s 20th season in a great manner. The Dutchman drove his maiden championship-winning chassis RB16B at the event. Hence, the 26-year-old showcased his delight in participating in the event with such a great fan turnout.

Max Verstappen was spotted enjoying his ride around the circuit in the RB16B. The 26-year-old labeled the feeling as ‘fantastic.’ Additionally, it was the first time that Verstappen partook in the event, and he was lucky not to witness rainfall. Subsequently, the Dutchman noted that it was great to see all the previous Red Bull chassis at the event.

Yeah it's fantastic, first time for me to be here, luckily it's not raining, it's great to see all these cars out on the track.
Max Verstappen said in an interview at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
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The Dutchman carried out multiple donuts towards the end of his drive to showcase his contentment. The Goodwood Festival of Speed was a grand success as David Coulthard put forth his delight with the grand success of the event. Additionally, the team revealed the highly capable RB17 Hypercar designed by Adrian Newey.

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Max Verstappen reveals ‘difficulties’ he faced driving the RB16B after three years

The RB16B would always be a special machinery for Max Verstappen as the chassis enabled him to score his maiden world championship. The Dutchman drove the chassis after three years and faced some problems. The challenger was built according to the previous regulations and driving it would’ve been a great change of pace for Verstappen.

Max Verstappen, elmut Marko and Christian Horner
Max Verstappen, Helmut Marko and Christian Horner (Via: Imago)

Max Verstappen revealed the bumpy and pottering side of driving the chassis. Regardless, it was an honor to see all the fans attending the Goodwood FOS event.

Going up hill is quite bumpy, pottering quite a bit, but it's great to see all the fans coming to Goodwood.
Max Verstappen added.

The event was a grand success as Red Bull showcased all their chassis and legacy on the track. The team still has a long way to go in terms of performing in Formula 1. This is just the beginning of an era for the Austrian constructor. Hence, the coming seasons will be more exciting for the team and the drivers.

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