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1/18 Minichamps Red Bull RB18 Max Verstappen Winner French GP 2022 Ltd Ed This 1/18 scale model of the Red Bull RB18 driven by Max Verstappen is a limited edition replica of his winning car at the 2022 French Grand Prix. The model is made from a combination of resin and plastic, and comes with a case and stand for display. This highly detailed model is a must-have for any Formula 1 fan or collector. It features the Red Bull racing team logos and colours, and accurately reflects the design and features of the RB18 car. Whether you're a fan of Max Verstappen or just love collecting diecast racing cars, this limited edition model will make a great addition to your collection. The Red Bull Racing RB18 is a F1 car designed and constructed by Red Bull Racing which competed in the 2022 F1 season . The RB18 was driven by defending world champion Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez . Verstappen secured his second consecutive Drivers' Championship driving the RB18 and Red Bull secured their fifth Constructors' Championship, their first since 2013 . The RB18 is one of Adrian Newey 's most successful Formula One designs to date, behind its successor, the RB19 , and also one of the most dominant Formula One cars ever built. The RB18 made its debut at the Bahrain GP , with drivers Max Verstappen (the defending World Champion) and Sergio Perez qualifying 2nd and 4th respectively. In the early stages of the race, Verstappen suffered from overheating brakes, and after his second pitstop on lap 46, his steering column broke. On lap 54, Verstappen was forced to retire due to a fuel lock issue, and Pérez spun at turn 1 on the final lap due to the same issue. This marked Red Bull's first double retirement since the 2020 Austrian GP . At the next race in Saudi Arabia , Pérez took his maiden pole position, with Verstappen qualifying 4th, confused about a "lack of grip". On lap 1, Verstappen was able to beat Carlos Sainz Jr. . off the line to take 3rd place, while Pérez led the race from Charles LeClerc . During the opening stint, Pérez came under pressure from a potential undercut by Leclerc and pitted for the hard tyres. On the same lap, Nicholas Latifi crashed at the final turn, causing a safety car, allowing Leclerc, Verstappen and Sainz to get a cheap pitstop and gain track position over Pérez. After the restart, Leclerc seemed to be comfortably leading, but a virtual safety car from numerous retirements on lap 37 changed the dynamic of the race. Verstappen's tyres appeared to have warmed up better than Leclerc's, allowing him to close up and attempt to take the lead numerous times. Verstappen took the lead on lap 47, which he would keep to take his and the RB18's first win of the season. Pérez finished the race in 4th, unable to overtake Sainz.