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What is F1 'downforce'?
Downforce is crucial in Formula 1; it's the aerodynamic force pushing the car onto the track, improving grip and allowing for faster cornering. Max Verstappen's complaint about his Red Bull lacking downforce suggests his car wasn't generating enough of this force, which would make it harder to drive quickly and explain his lower practice position.
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