Red Bull replace Verstappen parts after major problem

It has been confirmed that Red Bull has replaced several parts on Max Verstappen's car ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix. 

All the changes are in accordance of article 40.3 of the sporting regulations, meaning the Dutchman will not receive a grid penalty. 

The majority of the changes that Red Bull has made are to do with Verstappen's brakes, which he had been struggling with throughout the weekend at the Bahrain International Circuit. 

Red Bull has replaced the front and rear brake friction material on Verstappen's RB21, with parameter changes having also been made for the new brake friction material. 

In addition, Verstappen's left hand side rear brake cooling caliper spat has been replaced, as has his front right hand side brake sensor. 

Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko confirmed after qualifying that the team was set to talk to the FIA about Verstappen's car, due to a brake-related issue which saw him qualify in seventh.