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Daniel Ricciardo led complaints over circuit changes at Monaco, saying the alterations made ahead of the Italian Grand Prix have rid the iconic layout of its “character.” The Temple of Speed has undergone a track resurfacing and had kerbing altered in shape throughout the course, with some new kerbs installed as well. Ahead of F1 […]
The Temple of Speed in Italy has recently undergone a track resurfacing and changes to kerbing shapes and new kerbs have been installed. Several F1 drivers, including Ricciardo, expressed reservations about the alterations during media sessions before the practice session. Ricciardo noted that some elements of the circuit had lost their character due to the changes made to the kerbs, particularly in the second chicane. The iconic Ascari chicane now features new kerbs, and Ricciardo was uncertain about the modifications, expressing a preference for the circuit’s old-school charm. George Russell echoed Ricciardo’s sentiments, questioning the decisions behind the changes and emphasizing the importance of preserving the unique character of classic circuits. Despite concerns raised by some drivers, like Ricciardo and Russell, others such as Hamilton and Leclerc preferred to reserve judgment until they had the opportunity to drive on the revised circuit.
