FRIDAY DEBRIEF: Red Bull were on top in Sprint Qualifying – but Mercedes, Ferrari and McLaren can all pose a threat in Austin

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Championship leader Max Verstappen took the spoils in Sprint Qualifying at the Circuit of The Americas – but our data suggests he will face a fight for victory and for the remainder of the United States Grand Prix weekend as the top four teams – McLaren, Red Bull, Ferrari and Mercedes – look closer than ever…

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