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Verstappen hits back at COTA boss over track surface complaints

First reported 20 hours ago · latest 11 hours ago

Max Verstappen criticises the bumpy Circuit of the Americas surface, prompting COTA's boss to respond. Verstappen says he needs painkillers to complete laps during the United States Grand Prix weekend.

Max Verstappen

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Crash.net leads with the COTA boss's rebuttal to Verstappen's complaints, while ESPN focuses on Verstappen's physical discomfort and painkiller use. Neither covers the official FIA stance, as no official document is present.

Recommended first read: ESPN provides the most detailed account of Verstappen's condition and the track issue, including his painkiller use and the mixed feelings after qualifying, making it the most informative.

Verstappen hits back at COTA boss over track surface complaints

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COTA boss claps back at Max Verstappen’s track surface complaints

Verstappen taking painkillers due to COTA bumps