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Red Bull has made major changes to Max Verstappen's car overnight ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix.
Red Bull has carried out a power unit change for Max Verstappen’s car for the Qatar Grand Prix.
The Dutchman has been fitted with a new combustion engine, turbocharger, MGU-H and MGU-K unit.
However, as it is in the pool of components already used this season, Verstappen has not been issued a grid penalty.
The four-time champion enters the upcoming race hoping to keep his title hopes alive as he sits 25 points down on leader Lando Norris.
However, Verstappen is facing an uphill battle after qualifying behind both McLaren drivers.
He will take the start from third on the grid with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris locking out the front row.
Should Verstappen fail to finish ahead of Norris today, he will be eliminated from title contention.
There have also been changes to the cars at McLaren. Norris’ car has had the right-hand side rear brake duct deflector changed, while Piastri’s engine exhaust heat shield has been replaced.
Both changes are also penalty-free.
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