Verstappen realistic: 'At the end of the day it is the same for everyone'

Max Verstappen will have to fight for the front in Hungary on Sunday afternoon, starting from tenth position. Where the Dutchman expects a tough challenge, he has all the confidence in his car. He told that during the Drivers Parade to Formula1.com.

Red Bull Racing chose to replace the entire engine before the race. However, it does not mean a grid penalty for the Dutchman, as the change is still within the rules. "We just better to do that way," judged Verstappen. "I don't expect any trouble today from that side. We just really unlucky with yesterday in Q3."

Verstappen realistic about rain race

With overtaking difficult in Hungary, it is expected to be complicated for Verstappen to drive towards the top five. The world championship leader also realises he will have to work hard.

Verstappen will mainly hope that something happens in the race to improve his chances. Heavy rain could work in his favour, although the driver is realistic enough to know that this is not necessarily the solution. Other drivers could benefit from it too, he says. "At the end of the day it is the same for everyone. We will see."