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Long run analysis | Mercedes miles ahead, but Verstappen could pinch pole

Red Bull Racing are miles off the pace when it comes to the long runs, but Max Verstappen is close to his World Championship rival on the single lap pace. Our Friday analysis tells us that Red Bull Racing are setting the car up for a single-lap, rather than the main Grand Prix. Overtaking in Jeddah is going to be extremely difficult and that could play into Verstappen's hands if he beats Lewis Hamilton to pole position.  Long runs v Qualifying pace Whilst there are three DRS zones, overtaking in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is going to be extremely difficult even if the driver is equipped with a superior car. There are few braking zones and the walls make the track narrow so it's easier...
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