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Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, UAE : As the chequered flag waves in Jeddah, putting Hamilton on level pegging with Verstappen in their all-out battle, the attention of the world’s motorsport fans and media turns to Yas Marina Circuit for what promises to be a nail-biting climax to the 2021 Formula 1 season in Abu Dhabi.
For the first time in 13 years, drivers and teams will be facing unknown elements at Yas Marina Circuit, with the new track layout – shortened by 273 metres to 5.28km – offering new challenges to even the most experienced F1 veterans.
Following an extensive reconfiguration programme during the summer across three key corners in North Hairpin, Marsa Corner and around the W Hotel section, the shorter, faster lap will allow cars to run closer together, and, by default, will give the drivers more opportunity to overtake in certain areas.
Pre-race simulations by a number of teams have shown that lap times may drop by as much as 13 seconds in total – a significant decrease that will be sure to throw up a few surprises as teams adjust to new lap times of around 1 minute and 23 seconds.
Teams will be working hard to harvest as much data as possible during the three practice sessions, ahead of Saturday’s qualifying, as they approach at more than 300kmh for the first time the revised, sweeping corner at North hairpin, and race wheel-to-wheel through the super elevated Marsa Corner.
The new hotel section, with reduced ‘Constantine effect’ that previously saw drivers bunch up, has new corners that should reduce tyre slide to keep drivers on the track, helping to maintain a more tightly packed field. While overtaking is unlikely through this section, by staying closer to one another, the revised layout tees up overtaking opportunities elsewhere around the lap.
As Sunday approaches, what is certain that Yas Marina Circuit’s revised layout will provide even more action than ever in what will be the most exciting finale in recent years.
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About Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management
Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management (ADMM), with its head office at Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, has created unique, world class experiences across Abu Dhabi since 2009.
ADMM have promoted and delivered globally significant events, including Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix, alongside over 400 events a year across motorsports, health and fitness, entertainment and major corporate conferences. The company also delivers a significant programme of motorsport retail experiences for business and consumer audiences at Yas Marina Circuit across the year.
This combined experience means that ADMM has a region-leading team with expertise in event marketing, communications, promotions and project management.
Such talent firmly positions ADMM as a leader in sports management. The company is now seeking to diversify into activities and strategic ventures beyond Yas Marina Circuit in order to build towards a broader long-term vision aligned with its partners and stakeholders in Abu Dhabi.
About Yas Marina Circuit
Yas Marina Circuit is the United Arab Emirates’ most exciting sporting and entertainment multi-purpose venue. Located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the circuit is home to the annual FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX and much more.
In addition to the extensive year-round program of professional and grassroots motorsport events and experiences including Drag and Yas Track Nights, the circuit has emerged as a thriving hub for entertainment and community events in the UAE. As the region’s most technologically advanced facility, the circuit is also a leading MICE venue, regularly hosting a diverse range of corporate meetings, conferences and events.
Whether you want to experience the thrill of karting at our Kartzone, driving an Aston Martin GT4 at over 200km/hour on an F1 circuit, work towards your racing license at the Yas Racing School, get fit at TrainYas, participate in one of our many sporting events, or simply catch up with friends at Yas Central, Yas Marina Circuit truly is The Meeting Place of Champions.
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