Grand Premio de Catalunya

Circuit InformationBy the time the GP circus makes a second trip of the season to Spain the pace is hotting up and the tough are showing their mettle. The race takes place only one week after the Italian round; the season is getting serious.The 4.727 km (2.937-mile) track was built for both F1 and motorcycle GP racing, and this introduces a special complication for riders and technicians. The huge braking forces generated by...

Gran Premio Alice d'Italia

Circuit InformationThe historic circuit of Mugello would be full of dramatic atmosphere even if they were racing tractors. When the Italian heroes of the MotoGP class join battle, lifting their front wheels at more than 340 km/h (211 mph) on the front straight and jostling for position round the swooping final corner, then it is a really special day.The circuit itself is magnificent, its 5.245 kilometres (3.259 miles) sweeping...

Grand Prix Alice de France

Circuit InformationThe roads around Le Mans have seen motor racing since 1906, but today's circuit dates back to 1923 when the 24 Hour race was first run over a 17 km course which ran almost into the city of Le Mans. A magnificent race control tower, permanent offices and pit complex were unveiled in 1991, together with the short GP Bugatti track. Spectators are mostly confined to the section bewteen the Ford Curves and Tetre...

Grand Prix of China

Circuit InformationThe event is held at the ultra-modern Shanghai International Circuit, which was bankrolled by the government to the tune of $325 million and surpasses even Sepang in state-of-the-art splendour. The facility will certainly provide a striking backdrop, with gleaming, futuristic architecture including two giant steel-and-glass “wings” 140 metres wide which bestride the start-finish straight.The circuit itself...