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Charles Leclerc discloses knowledge of new F1 track

RacingNews365Thu 6 Aug · 11:50 UTCupdated Thu 13 Aug · 18:15 UTCHave your say
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Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton had the opportunity to test the new Madring circuit in July, gaining valuable insights ahead of the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix. Leclerc shared his impressions of the track, highlighting its challenging nature and unique features, including the notable La Monumental corner, which is set to be the longest banked corner on the current F1 calendar.

Leclerc emphasized the potential for La Monumental to become an iconic corner in Formula 1, drawing comparisons to famous corners at other tracks. He expressed enthusiasm for the circuit's layout, which includes significant elevation changes and a total of 22 corners, indicating that it aligns well with his preference for city tracks.

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Charles Leclerc discloses knowledge of new F1 trackCharles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton experienced the Madring earlier than their F1 rivals, and the former has shared what to expect.RacingNews365Thu 6 Aug · 11:50 UTCRead →
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