Max Verstappen criticises the bumpy surface at Circuit of the Americas, saying the track’s bumps are “unacceptable” and “out of control”, and linking the condition to concerns about drivers’ physical impact, including his own spine/back. Multiple outlets report the comments come after he notices the surface ahead of this weekend’s United States Grand Prix in Austin.
George Russell responds by arguing that F1 circuits should be resurfaced regularly, describing COTA as a known “bumpier” venue. The Race and other reports frame Verstappen’s remarks around longer-term safety, warning that, if not addressed, the bumps could lead to greater spinal damage for drivers. Autosport and Motorsport.com also mention Verstappen made the comments during an F1-related press setting in Singapore, having followed motorsport in Texas shortly beforehand.
