Helmut Marko has explained how his bold prediction regarding Max Verstappen came true in qualifying for the British Grand Prix.
After a difficult Friday where the RB21 suffered with low-speed understeer, Verstappen elected to make some rear-wing changes and was able to take the car to pole position by 0.103s from Oscar Piastri in second.
It is his 44th pole overall, equalling the Red Bull record of Sebastian Vettel, as Marko explained how the "Max factor" was added to the car.
"We knew on Friday that we would be up front if we could get the understeer under control and find more balance," Marko told Sky DE.
"That was evident from the long runs. We got the car right gradually and with only relatively minor adjustments.
"Of course, then the Max factor was added to that.
"In contrast to Austria, the upgrades have delivered much more now.
"We know it's not so easy to tune these cars when new parts come in. We did a good job and are very happy with that. It delivers a nice position."
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