Red Bull's Max Verstappen happy with second in Bahrain qualifying - 'A good start to a new era'

Current Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen declared ‘a good start to a new era’ after he took second on the grid in qualifying at Bahrain on Saturday. A much improved Ferrari setup delivered pole position with Charles Leclerc, but the Dutchman was just in behind and is expected to challenge for the win on Sunday.

Ad/> Speaking after the session, Verstappen was satisfied with the first competitive action of the season. Bahrain Grand Prix'Very happy' Leclerc warns 'anything can happen' despite claiming Bahrain pole8 MINUTES AGO «Q2 seemed good, Q3 was a bit more of a struggle but it's alright, we've got a good racing car, which at the end of the day, is the most important thing,” he said.

»It's a good start to the new era. There are a few things to look into and we will try to do better next time.” He also acknowledged that there was more to be done with a full race ahead of him on Sunday.

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