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Suzuka Circuit

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The Suzuka Circuit is a renowned motorsport roadcourse located in Japan. Constructed in 1962, it’s particularly recognized for its distinctive figure-eight track design, a feature rarely found elsewhere. The circuit hosts the Japanese Grand Prix annually and remains a significant venue for Formula One racing. It's primarily utilized by professional racing teams and drivers involved in F1 competition as well as motorsport enthusiasts and fans seeking to experience this historic location.

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Why does Suzuka Circuit have a figure-eight layout?

Suzuka is one of the very few racing circuits in the world with a figure-eight configuration, where the track passes over itself via an overpass. The design dates to the circuit's 1962 opening by Honda and makes Suzuka the only Formula 1 track with this layout.

What is the 130R at Suzuka?

The 130R is a high-speed sweeping right-hand corner named for its approximately 130-meter radius, taken at speeds exceeding 300 km/h in modern Formula 1 cars. It is considered one of the most demanding and thrilling corners in motorsport.

What major races are held at Suzuka Circuit?

Suzuka hosts the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix and the Suzuka 8 Hours endurance motorcycle race. The circuit has also been a regular venue for the Super GT Championship and other Japanese domestic motorsport series.

When did Formula 1 first race at Suzuka?

Formula 1 first visited Suzuka in 1987 for the Japanese Grand Prix, which returned to the calendar after a long absence. The circuit became infamous for championship-deciding clashes between Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost at the Casio Triangle chicane in 1989 and 1990.

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