This Sunday’s Formula 1 Gran Premio de Espana Pirelli 2017 could see more overtaking after the FIA decided to extend the main DRS zone at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
The Spanish track features two DRS zones and ahead of Saturday’s final practice session it was announced that the second – along the start-finish straight – would be increased by 100m.
The previous activation point was 157m after the final corner. The zone now begins just 57m following Turn 16, giving drivers a greater chance of passing rivals on the run into Turn 1.
The other DRS zone in Barcelona is between Turns 9 and 10 – click here for a circuit map.
Next Up
Related Articles
.webp)
UnlockedHamilton’s ‘miracle’ rise from 14th to victory in 2018
Beyond The GridHadjar on being a ‘fighter’ and the champion he most wants to face.webp)
Unlocked‘F1’ star Idris on his role and training to drive.webp)
12 of the most dramatic team mate clashes on track.webp)
Getting to know the real Jonathan Wheatley
Vasseur reveals area where Ferrari ‘failed massively’ in Canada