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According to reports, the FIA and the race promoter for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix are discussing deterrents to cut down track limits abuses.
Discussions have taken place following Lando Norris’ controversial overtaking of Max Verstappen at the United States GP. Norris received a five-second penalty for this manoeuvre off the circuit, with other drivers also penalised for track limit infractions at Turn 12. Despite changes to kerbing, drivers feel the Circuit of the Americas should have had temporary gravel strips like those at the Austrian GP last year. FIA has proposed all F1 circuits use temporary gravel strips, but making widespread changes is complex due to costs and safety considerations. The FIA pushed COTA to consider gravel strips following numerous breaches, resulting in a $500,000 fine for the circuit promoter after fans invaded the track. The issue has sparked debate among drivers about the need to address the root cause of track limit violations.
