Verstappen's hot form cools off as Red Bull goes backward in frustrating US Grand Prix at COTA

Max Verstappen and Red Bull endured a frustrating United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas, with Verstappen failing to build on consecutive victories in Malaysia and Singapore. Despite starting from second position on the grid, Verstappen was unable to repeat his previous form at COTA. The race was won by Antonelli, marking a significant result at the 2026 US Grand Prix.