Red Bull Racing did not look very competitive in the second free practice for the Australian Grand Prix. However, there is no reason to panic yet according to Helmut Marko, who hints that Max Verstappen's F1 team was not driving at full power.

In stark contrast to his own team members, Helmut Marko claims Red Bull is faster than both Mercedes and Ferrari

Away from Verstappen's pain, a tantalising fight for pole position is brewing. Oscar Piastri is hunting a first career pole on home soil, while Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc both look like significant threats after strong opening practice sessions.