George Russell calls for F1 track changes after Max Verstappen's COTA complaints
George Russell believes Formula 1 circuits should be resurfaced every couple of years after Max Verstappen made critical comments about the bumps at the Circuit of the Americas and how they could leave him needing “a new spine”. COTA has for a long time been known as one of the bumpier circuits on the Formula 1 calendar. But the Dutchman was alarmed when he saw what the cars and drivers ... Keep…
Max Verstappen has labeled the track hosting this weekend's United States Grand Prix as unacceptable and out of control. The Dutch driver, a Red Bull team member, expressed his dissatisfaction with the condition of Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. Despite organizers' attempts to resolve the issue, Verstappen believes the problem remains unresolved.
He acknowledged the track's challenging soil, but insisted that more needs to be done to reinforce it. Verstappen also noted that the cars' lowered ride-heights due to recent regulations make impacts more severe, particularly under braking. This year, the problem is expected to worsen as the cars from 2022-25 run lower in corners than last season.
Lando Norris, another driver, echoed Verstappen's concerns, stating that the track's bumpy nature makes it uncomfortable for drivers. Mercedes driver George Russell, however, suggested that repaving the track every few years could help maintain consistency, but acknowledged that it's not a feasible solution.
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