We certainly know Barcelona well, with over 700 laps already in the bag this year alone! Barcelona has traditionally been Formula 1’s European opener, also bringing with it the first round of major car updates. The venue of pre-season testing, this is a track at which extensive running throughout the year helps close the gaps between the teams slightly, as there are so few unknowns. This makes validating the car harder and is a key factor to understand in the practice sessions. This is a track that tests every aspect of an F1 car and keeps a driver on their toes!. It emphasises balancing efficiency in terms of the load and drag of the car.

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