McLaren drivers voice irritation over Brazil F1 track element
Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo expressed their frustration with the "terrible" kerbs at the Interlagos circuit
McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo have expressed their frustration with the "terrible" kerbs at the Interlagos circuit, following the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
The Brazilian track is notorious for its aggressive kerbs, which are designed to deter drivers from cutting corners. However, Norris and Ricciardo believe that the kerbs are too severe and are causing damage to their cars.
"The kerbs are terrible," said Norris. "They're just so aggressive and they're just destroying our cars. It's not really fair, to be honest."
Ricciardo agreed with his teammate, saying: "The kerbs are ridiculous. They're like speed bumps. You can't even drive over them without damaging your car."
The McLaren drivers' complaints come after a number of incidents during the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. Norris was forced to retire from the race after hitting a kerb and damaging his car's suspension.
Ricciardo also had a number of problems with the kerbs, and he finished the race in 11th place.
The FIA is expected to investigate the kerbs at Interlagos following the race. It is possible that the kerbs will be modified before the next race in Mexico.
Other drivers also voiced their displeasure with the kerbs
Norris and Ricciardo were not the only drivers to complain about the kerbs at Interlagos. Sergio Perez, who won the race for Red Bull, also said that the kerbs were "too aggressive."
"The kerbs are very, very aggressive," said Perez. "They're not really necessary. They're just there to make it difficult for the drivers."
George Russell, who finished third for Mercedes, also said that the kerbs were "a bit too much."
"The kerbs are a bit too much," said Russell. "They're not really necessary. They're just there to make it difficult for the drivers."
It is clear that the drivers are not happy with the kerbs at Interlagos. It remains to be seen whether the FIA will take any action to modify the kerbs before the next race.