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Verstappen explains Red Bull's Russia engine change

Max Verstappen has explained Red Bull's reasoning for reverting to Renault's 'B-spec' power unit in Russia, suggesting it would not be able to handle atmospheric conditions at upcoming races in Mexico and Brazil. Verstappen scored an impressive second-place finish last time out in Singapore, but is set to start from the back of the grid in Sochi. Verstappen and team-mate Daniel Ricciardo were fitted with Renault's latest offering in Monza and Marina Bay, the Dutchman crossing the line third in Italy – but later demoted to fifth – and following race-winner Lewis Hamilton home in Singapore. However, the pair will take grid penalties this weekend, with Red Bull opting to do so at a...
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