World champion Max Verstappen has questioned the wisdom of throwing Formula One drivers into a sprint weekend on their return to Shanghai International Circuit for the first time since 2019 later this month. Verstappen restored normal service with a dominant pole to flag victory at the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday, leading team mate Sergio Perez home for yet another Red Bull 1-2. Next up in two weeks is the return to China, where Formula One has been absent for five years as the country dealt with the threat of the COVID pandemic. Advertisement ยท Scroll to continue