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"It's pretty bad" – Why Norris needs headache tablets for bumpy Austin circuit

The Circuit of The Americas' bumpy surface remains a contentious issue even though the latest generation of Formula 1 cars were intended to ride less harshly. Ahead of the 2026 US GP, Max Verstappen described the Austin track's bumps as "unacceptable" and "out of control". This triggered a chorus of agreement from other drivers including Lando Norris, who explained that he takes headache ... Keep reading

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