During the Australian GP qualifying, unpredictable factors such as cold ambient and track temperatures significantly influenced the warm-up and grip performance of Pirelli's soft tires. Consequently, Red Bull's major competitors began to encroach upon the seemingly invincible RB19's territory. Max Verstappen managed to secure pole position, but Mercedes' drivers, invigorated by their newfound competitiveness, pushed him to the limit, along with Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso.
Verstappen's teammate, Sergio Perez, struggled with persistent brake-locking issues and failed to progress beyond Q1. In this video, Peter Windsor reflects on the qualifying outcomes and offers insights into what may unfold on race day.
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