# Verstappen braced for bumpy COTA weekend

> Verstappen expects rough ride at Austin's bumpy Circuit of the Americas.
- Title: Verstappen braced for bumpy COTA weekend · RaceFans | Shortify
- Summary: Verstappen expects rough ride at Austin's bumpy Circuit of the Americas. Max Verstappen says he'll likely need a new spine after COTA's bumpy track.
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- Source: RaceFans — https://racefans.net/2026/10/21/ill-probably-need-to-order-a-new-spine-verstappen-braced-for-bumpy-weekend-at-cota
- Published: 2026-10-21T06:16:23+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: max verstappen, circuit of the americas, f1, cota, spine, sports, cars
## Verstappen braced for bumpy COTA weekend
Max Verstappen expects a rough ride from the notorious bumps at the Circuit of the Americas this weekend.
## Track reputation for bumps
The track in Austin, Texas has a reputation for being one of the bumpiest on the calendar.
## Verstappen's spine comment
Verstappen said he'll probably need to order a new spine after the weekend, becoming like RoboCop.

> oh my god yeah i'll probably need to order a new spine i think after the weekend i'll become like robocop
## Red Bull's race readiness
Red Bull are favourites to win with two grand prix wins, one sprint race win and second place in a grand prix.
## Key takeaway

Max Verstappen says he'll likely need a new spine after COTA's bumpy track.