F1 2021: Qatar GP

Bubbles · 11-17-2021, 08:34 PM

5.418 kilometers

Number of laps: 57

Race distance: 306.8 kilometers

Number of curves: 16 (10 right/6 left)

Distance from pole position to first braking zone: 371 meters

Pit lane length: 420 meters; estimated 18s.

Narrow track with its 16 curves (10 right, 6 left) 5.418 kilometers. 57 laps planned over smooth circuit. Basically, one decent overtaking point at the end of the straight, which is more than a kilometer long. The only DRS zone was set up here. The way from pole position to the first corner is relatively long at 370 meters.

Top speed (simulation): 321 km/h

DRS zones: 1 (T16-T1)

Tire choice: C1, C2 & C3 hardest compounds

Lap record: 1:35:74 (Nico Hülkenberg, GP2 Asia, 2009)

Track surface is old surface which should provide give a lot of grip. However, it is unclear how much sand is in the asphalt pores and how much the grip improves over the course of the weekend.

Link to GP2 race.

M5Rick · 11-18-2021, 02:22 AM

These races coming up fast, three now in a row with just a week separating them.

M5Rick · 11-18-2021, 03:26 AM

OMW It looks like Area 51 from above

M5Rick · 11-18-2021, 08:02 AM

Change of routine for Max on Qatar track.
https://www.gpblog.com/en/news/99176...plink=onderaan

fiveohwblow · 11-18-2021, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by M5Rick

OMW It looks like Area 51 from above

It is quite desolate around the track from that photo.. quite unusual from the other tracks we see.

Wakka · 11-18-2021, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by M5Rick

Change of routine for Max on Qatar track.
https://www.gpblog.com/en/news/99176...plink=onderaan

I remember Hamilton saying a few races ago that track walks are useless as well. Seems the best racers don't need it or at least feel like they dont

M5Rick · 11-18-2021, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Wakka

I remember Hamilton saying a few races ago that track walks are useless as well. Seems the best racers don't need it or at least feel like they dont

It's probably what many drivers will do as this track is all new to F1.

Flump · 11-18-2021, 08:43 AM

I watched some laps of both GP2, and someone doing it in Assetto Corsa. It seems like a VERY fast track that would be fun to drive, but it looks like there's basically no opportunities to pass. I have a feeling it's going to be a very fast parade this weekend.

///M Power-Belgium · 11-18-2021, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by M5Rick

It's probably what many drivers will do as this track is all new to F1.

*****

M5Rick · 11-18-2021, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

*****

RB are gathering the evidence
https://grandpx.news/red-bull-gather...ilton-protest/

Killed by Death · 11-18-2021, 09:44 AM

Why Alfa Romeo didn't keep Antonio Giovinazzi

M5Rick · 11-18-2021, 10:10 AM

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Why Alfa Romeo didn't keep Antonio Giovinazzi

Bit rich of Vasseur telling AG to watch what he says after giving him the boot.
https://www.gpblog.com/en/news/99180...f-manners.html

Bubbles · 11-18-2021, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by fiveohwblow

It is quite desolate around the track from that photo.. quite unusual from the other tracks we see.

Quote:

Originally Posted by M5Rick

OMW It looks like Area 51 from above

Agreed, I can only assume that drives the rationale for a “night” race.

Bubbles · 11-18-2021, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Flump

I watched some laps of both GP2, and someone doing it in Assetto Corsa. It seems like a VERY fast track that would be fun to drive, but it looks like there's basically no opportunities to pass. I have a feeling it's going to be a very fast parade this weekend.

Long straight, in Motogp the Yamaha and Suzuki considered better in the corners were easily passed by Ducati on the straight (midrange acceleration and top speed advantage).

Yamaha/Suzuki riders would spend a lot of energy in the corners only to be disappointed in the straights. Over the race distance relatively easy win for Ducati.

F87source · 11-18-2021, 12:07 PM

Can't wait for this gp lol.

///M Power-Belgium · 11-18-2021, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by F87source

Can't wait for this gp lol.

Mate. Just take a look ....

Chappers 71 · 11-18-2021, 03:42 PM

Well I just don't know anymore...if Lewis takes this WDC he statistically tops Michael Schumacher 7 WDC & I'd rather LH wasn't the one to do that, BUT I want Max not to win it just for the enjoyment of reading MPower Belgie & MRicks woe filled posts..this is what they've driven me to, part of me wanting Lewis to beat the real GOAT....shame on you both

Killed by Death · 11-18-2021, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Chappers 71

Well I just don't know anymore...if Lewis takes this WDC he statistically tops Michael Schumacher 7 WDC & I'd rather LH wasn't the one to do that, BUT I want Max not to win it just for the enjoyment of reading MPower Belgie & MRicks woe filled posts..this is what they've driven me to, part of me wanting Lewis to beat the real GOAT....shame on you both

Michael Schumacher will always be the real GOAT. In the Hybrid era HAM & Team never had any real competition ignoring this year. ROS caught him napping once and VET w/ Ferrari Jet Mode gave it a go. It will always be 1ewis!

I'll give him 2 if he wins this year.

inTgr8r · 11-18-2021, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Killed by Death

Michael Schumacher will always be the real GOAT. In the Hybrid era HAM & Team never had any real competition ignoring this year. ROS caught him napping once and VET w/ Ferrari Jet Mode gave it a go. It will always be 1ewis!

I'll give him 2 if he wins this year.

LOL, you do like to stir the pot don't you.

Killed by Death · 11-18-2021, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by inTgr8r

LOL, you do like to stir the pot don't you.

Dang, I said I'd give him TWO with a 2021 WDC

But, I still refuse to acknowledge Mr. Hamilton's title as "Sir"

forza1976 · 11-18-2021, 07:44 PM

Solidarity with the oppressed women of Qatar!

I think he wants to be a woman. He's officially jumped the shark.

Killed by Death · 11-18-2021, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by forza1976

Solidarity with the oppressed women of Qatar!

I think he wants to be a woman. He's officially jumped the shark.

HAM wears more jewelry than my wife

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