Verstappen Advocates for Driver Input on New F1 Circuits

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Max Verstappen has urged Formula 1 to involve drivers in the design of new circuits, particularly in light of concerns about overtaking at the new Madrid track. Despite some chaos in earlier races, the F1 sessions have experienced limited incidents so far.

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First to reportMax Verstappen’s short but telling reaction to F1’s new Madrid circuitFormula 1’s first encounter with the circuit around the IFEMA complex in Madrid has produced less chaos than some in the paddock may have feared. While the F3 and F2 sessions have seen several crashes and even a car going up in flames, the only F1 incident so far at the Spanish Grand Prix has been a crash for Arvid Lindblad. For now, then, the Madring has not proved to be a ‘car killer’ ... Keep readingAs drivers criticise Madring, Max Verstappen calls for input on new F1 circuits: “I'll sort it out"While the Formula 2 and Formula 3 races around the IFEMA complex in Madrid have produced several crashes, the chaos in Formula 1 has so far remained limited. Nevertheless, criticism from the drivers emerged after qualifying in the Spanish capital.Over a single flying lap, the circuit is considered entertaining – although polesitter Lando Norris said the thrill certainly cannot be compared ... Keep readingF1 drivers criticise Madrid circuit, Verstappen laughs: "I'll sort it out"While the Formula 2 and Formula 3 races around the IFEMA complex in Madrid have produced several crashes, the chaos in Formula 1 has so far remained limited. Nevertheless, criticism from the drivers emerged after qualifying in the Spanish capital.Over a single flying lap, the circuit is considered entertaining – although polesitter Lando Norris said the thrill certainly cannot be compared ... Keep readingVerstappen to F1: Consult drivers on new circuitsMax Verstappen has called on Formula 1 to consult drivers when designing new circuits amid concerns there will be no overtaking at Sunday's inaugural race at the all-new Madring.

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