Big Boost for United States GP as COTA Affirm Track Resurfacing Amid F1 Struggles in Recent Years
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Formula One F1 – United States Grand Prix – Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas, U.S. – October 22, 2021 Aston Martin’s Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull’s Sergio Perez during practice REUTERS/Brian Snyder TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
The world-famous Circuit of The Americas has caused one too many issues to Formula One in recent years, with the tarmac starting to settle onto the ground. Amid the occasionally extreme weather conditions, including flood-triggering rains, the circuit has become progressively bumpier, making it harder for the drivers to tame their F1 cars.
For the first time since the inaugural 2012 United States GP, 2019 witnessed cars enduring numerous issues including terminal floor damages. And since then, the organizers have had to take temporary measures to prevent the repeat of such disturbances.
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Oct 24, 2021; Austin, TX, USA; Red Bull Racing Honda driver Max Verstappen (33) of Team Netherlands drives during the United States Grand Prix Race at Circuit of the Americas. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
But, it looks like they’ve had enough! COTA is finally getting a facelift as F1 preps up for the 2022 campaign. Hence, the drivers will finally embrace a smooth sail on the shiny tarmac this year after a rough few seasons.
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According to Soy Motor, COTA will be resurfacing large parts of the circuit, including the section between turns 2 and 10, and turns 12 and 16.
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In a statement released by COTA, the organizers affirmed the resurfacing and many other exciting changes to the 3.42 mi long course.
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“The Circuit of The Americas has worked with consultants to review the asphalt designs and diagnose the parts of the track that needed resurfacing. Ground-penetrating radar, laser mapping equipment, and software were used to map the track and identify the different necessary repairs.
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Formula One F1 – United States Grand Prix – Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas, U.S. – October 24, 2021 General view of the fans in the grandstand as Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton drives past during the race Pool via REUTERS/Brian Snyder
“From there the Circuit of The Americas worked to resurface from turns 2 to 10 and from 12 to 16 and to build a pad to reinforce the areas of turns 2 and 10. In addition, the Circuit of The Americas worked with external consultants to ensure that the new asphalt and specifically the base will be uniform and aligned, creating an ideal track for future races and events,” the statement read.
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Overall, with fresh tarmac in place, the 2022 US GP might prove to be a bit tricky for the drivers amidst the potential lack of grip. Hence, could the upcoming race around the COTA manage to deliver an exhilarating race, much like the 2020 and 2021 Turkish Grand Prix? Well, let’s see what the future holds.
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