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Max Verstappen misses the top ten in qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix, revealing critical issues with the Red Bull RB22. The reigning champion struggles with an "unpredictable and undriveable" car, finishing behind teammate Isack Hadjar and rookie Arvid Lindblad. Verstappen describes his experience as frustrating, stating, “The car never turns mid-corner... it’s really difficult. Unpredictable.” The RB22 battles between understeer and sudden oversteer, undermining his confidence on the challenging Suzuka circuit. Attempts to rectify the situation during FP3 fall short, leaving Verstappen concerned about deeper, unresolved problems within the team. This marks the second time in three races he’s been out-qualified by Hadjar. With Sunday’s race looming, Verstappen faces a daunting challenge as he seeks not only pace but also solutions to a car that feels increasingly unreliable.
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