Madring faces scrutiny after subdued first Spanish Grand Prix
Multiple outlets said Madrid's first Formula 1 race in 45 years drew criticism over limited overtaking and a lack of action. Reports focused on the circuit's passing opportunities, while also noting the debut event ran smoothly in several respects and prompting discussion about changes for next year.
Coverage of Formula 1's return to Madrid centred on the racing spectacle at the Madring, with several outlets highlighting limited overtaking and a lack of action during the Spanish Grand Prix. One report said the circuit produced fewer overtakes than Monaco, while another said attention had turned to the shortage of passing places for F1 cars.
At the same time, Motorsport.com said the venue itself staged a respectable event and that Madrid's first F1 race in 45 years ran particularly smoothly for a first-time event. It also reported that organisers used the IFEMA fairgrounds as part of the plan for the race weekend.
The reaction has led to calls for revisions ahead of next year. PlanetF1 reported that changes are set to be made, Motorsport.com outlined possible ways to improve the event in year two, and Crash.net said Guenther Steiner warned F1 risks failure with the Madrid event.
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