Internet reacts to Verstappen's troubles: 'This is how happy Max looks after a P15'

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22:15, 18 Mar 2023

Max Verstappen 's retirement was grist to the mill for social media users Saturday night. The Red Bull Racing driver will start fifteenth at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix and go for a shot at his second win of the season. Some consider the Dutchman's chances of a win a little higher than others.

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5:34 PM · Mar 18, 2023

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this is what max verstappen looks like when he is starting P15 bc of car issues in quali

7:07 PM · Mar 18, 2023

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Verstappen has an engine issue?!?! The rest of the grid #F1 #SaudiArabianGP

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5:33 PM · Mar 18, 2023

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Verstappen could start in Bahrain on softs tomorrow and he would still catch up to the mercedes before the 10th lap

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Max just remembered how boring Bahrain was for him and messed his engine up so he’d have a real challenge. This means we’re getting an Alonso vs Verstappen battle tomorrow 🥵🤌🤌

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Verstappen says he’s got a problem… #SaudiArabianGP

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When you have a 10-place grid penalty and still start ahead of Verstappen: #F1 #SaudiArabianGP

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6:07 PM · Mar 18, 2023

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