Max Verstappen (Dutch racing driver for Red Bull Racing) achieved a P5 finish in the Miami Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying, which he described as a 'massive improvement' for both himself and the team. This result comes after a challenging start to the 2026 season, where Red Bull is currently P6 in the constructors' standings, trailing behind teams like Haas and Alpine. Verstappen recorded a lap time of 1:28.461s, which, while more than half a second slower than pole sitter Lando Norris, was sufficient to secure a spot on the third row for the sprint race. His race engineer and team principal both acknowledged the progress, with Verstappen expressing satisfaction and determination to continue improving. Looking ahead, Verstappen emphasized Red Bull's commitment to resolving issues with the RB22 and closing the performance gap with frontrunners Mercedes, Ferrari, and McLaren during the Miami GP weekend.