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formula-11 month ago•10 min saved

Madrid circuit organizers commit to redesigning Madring for 2027

Organizers of the new Madrid Formula 1 circuit have agreed to modify the track layout for the 2027 season after the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix suffered from a severe lack of overtaking. The FIA has already provided specific recommendations, and the circuit director confirmed that the northern section, built on empty land, offers ample space for significant changes. While the 5.4km circuit was praised for its facilities and qualifying challenge, drivers criticized the design for making racing nearly impossible, with world champion Lando Norris suggesting specific alterations to corners and straight-line entries to improve raceability.

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#fia #formula-1 #madring-circuit

motorsport1 month ago•17 min saved

F1 grid demands Madrid circuit redesign after 'boring' Spanish GP

F1 drivers are calling for significant layout changes to the new Madrid circuit after the Spanish Grand Prix featured virtually no overtaking. While the track is praised for qualifying speed, the race was criticized as dull and physically demanding, with drivers noting that the design prevents safe passing maneuvers. Key suggestions include removing specific chicanes, widening braking zones, and shortening the pit lane to encourage strategic variation.

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#formula-1 #madrid #motorsport

sports-motorsport2 years ago•2 min saved

"Madrid's Unique F1 Street Circuit: Twin Tunnels and Banked Turns"

The new Madrid Formula One track will feature a hybrid layout combining street circuit roads and purpose-built sections, connected by twin tunnels passing underneath an elevated highway. F1's head of vehicle performance, Craig Wilson, is leading the track design efforts, aiming to create a venue that allows for exciting racing. Discussions are ongoing about potentially banking a corner to facilitate overtaking, and other sections of the track are expected to pose challenges for drivers. The detailed design and homologation process are still ahead before the track can be constructed.

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