Whilst the Formula 1 drivers generally enjoyed the layout of the Miami F1 circuit it was the surface of the track that became the biggest conversation. 

The distinctive surface did not win over many of the drivers with some stating that the track was so dirty offline that they could not risk overtaking moves. It is evident that some areas will certainly need to see improvement before the F1’s return next year. 

Despite this the race was not as bad as some drivers had feared. Fernando Alonso actually spotted how much more grip there was than expected at the outside of Turn 1 on the driver’s parade. Later on in the race Charles Levlerc was caught out by Max Verstappen being able to break so late there later on when the Red Bull driver took the lead. 

Mercedes boost Toto Wolff felt that the nature of the surface had been good for the spectacle.

“Even the track breaking, Turn 17 for example, gave great racing,” he said. “It was very difficult to break into Turn 17.

What really stood out for many of the F1 drivers was all other circuits have offered excellent grip and no problems through their inaugural events. 

There were questions prompted about why Miami had not used the same materials as elsewhere in its construction. This was then questioned further when some resurfacing work was needed before track action could begin. 

In terms of composition of the Miami tracks, it was completely different to what has been used at other venues. Due to strict government guidelines in place certain materials had to be sourced locally and had to be used in the competition of any surfaces laid. 

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