F1 drivers enjoy Madring’s adrenaline rush but criticize lack of overtaking chances

Formula 1 drivers reveled in the high adrenaline produced by the Madring track during the Spanish Grand Prix, but expressed disappointment over the lack of overtaking opportunities on the new circuit.

Red Bull's Max Verstappen noted that "in terms of track design I think it can be better" and suggested that "there can be a few corners that can be changed" to improve racing and overtaking chances.

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli added that "it's going to be very difficult" to overtake on the track, describing the challenge as "really difficult," particularly due to high tire degradation and sliding.

Pole-sitter Lando Norris of McLaren hope the two-part pit lane design will be improved in the coming year, stating that a "short pit lane is probably one of the main factors in making a track" for overtaking.

The 5.4-kilometer track, designed by Jarno Zaffelli, features 22 corners and a mix of high-speed zones, heavy braking areas, steep gradients, blind corners, technical sectors and long, high-load corners that have proven challenging for drivers.