The creator of the Madrid circuit, Jarno Zaffelli, says changes made after his team was removed from the project help explain the limited overtaking seen during the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend. In an Associated Press interview Tuesday, he points to adjustments including relocated curbs and decisions about the track surface, alongside the impact of new Formula 1 regulations. The race also marks Madrid’s return to F1 after 45 years.
While some drivers acknowledge the circuit’s “high adrenaline” character, multiple reports note that overtaking was difficult during the event. Outlets attribute the perception of a non-action-packed race to the track’s layout and preparation choices, particularly the timing and nature of modifications introduced by new designers. Zaffelli’s comments focus on how those alterations interact with broader changes to the sport’s rules. The overall coverage centers on the contrast between the track’s excitement and the lack of passing during the race.
