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Norris agrees with Verstappen over Austin track bumps
Lando Norris said he shares Max Verstappen’s concerns about the bumpy surface at the Circuit of the Americas ahead of the US Grand Prix. Norris also explained that he takes headache tablets to help cope with the Austin track conditions.
F1 Hub Newsroom
October 23, 2026

Ahead of the US Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas, Lando Norris agreed with Max Verstappen’s criticism of the track surface. Verstappen described the bumps in Austin as "unacceptable" and "out of control".
The issue remains a point of debate despite the latest generation of Formula 1 cars having been intended to ride less harshly. Norris was among the drivers to back up the complaints about the surface.
Norris also said he takes headache tablets to deal with the bumpy conditions at the Austin circuit.