This coming weekend, the F1 circus will descend on the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit. The track is challenging for several reasons. For one, the weather there can quickly turn to rain.

The track suffered from heavy shelling during World War II, necessitating repairs that were finished in 1947. From the early days of F1, Spa had a shaky safety record.

Spa-Francorchamps circuit facts and layout First Grand Prix hosted: 1950 Number ... The Spa-Francorchamps track is the longest F1 circuit on the 2023 calendar and also has the highest elevation ...

The Spa-Francorchamps circuit has been on the F1 calendar for a long time. This, and the track's iconic layout, make it a favourite of several drivers.

Spa-Francorchamps consists of 19 corners and two DRS zones. The first DRS detection zone is midway through Le Raidillon and Eau Rouge (between Turns 1 and 2), with DRS activation occurring at the ...

By comparison, the 2023 Belgian Grand Prix saw Formula One cars lap Spa-Francorchamps at an average speed of around 230 kilometers per hour, or 143 miles per hour.

Formula 1’s growing calendar features 24 tracks and each has its challenges. For drivers, some tracks are more acclaimed depending on layout, the thrill involved and their relative competitiveness.

The 2023 Belgian Grand Prix gets underway at Spa-Francorchamps this weekend, one of Formula One's most exciting and iconic tracks. This track has been witness to some of the most eventful moments ...