Race Report Combined from 2 sources
Drivers say Madring’s Monumental corner did not meet expectations
Formula 1 drivers said Madring’s heavily promoted Monumental corner was less impressive than anticipated. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris explained why after the track’s signature section drew attention.
F1 Hub Newsroom
September 18, 2026
Madring’s signature Monumental corner was presented as a standout feature of the new circuit, but drivers were underwhelmed by it. Reports described the much-hyped section as a disappointment rather than a defining challenge.
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris were among the drivers who explained why the corner failed to impress. Their comments focused on why the reality of the turn did not match the expectations created around it.