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What Makes a Great F1 Track

What Makes a Great F1 Track
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  • F1
  • Sept. 16
  • 1 hr 5 min

About the episode

Meg and Spanners use Madring’s disastrous, overtaking-starved debut as a springboard to examine what makes a truly great Formula One circuit. They discuss the importance of flow, character, challenging and raceable corners, runoff and track-limits enforcement, how modern aerodynamics can undermine classic tracks, and the tension between creating an impressive live venue and compelling racing for viewers.

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

 

Summary

  • 0:01

    Intro

  • 1:50

    Final notes on Madring

  • 10:01

    What makes a great track?

  • 15:16

    “Flow state” vs. “tight” tracks

  • 22:17

    What makes a good corner?

  • 41:47

    How cars and regulations play a role

  • 51:23

    Spectacle vs. design