Spa-Francorchamps Corner Analysis - McLaren 570s GT4 2016 (ACC)

February 9th, 2024

Lap 3

Segment 5

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Spa-Francorchamps - McLaren 570s GT4 2016

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Spa-Francorchamps Corner Analysis - McLaren 570s GT4 2016 (ACC)

The speed chart analysis reveals that driverB is losing time in corners due to early braking and delayed acceleration compared to driverA. DriverB reaches their minimum speed too soon, indicating an early application of maximum brake pressure. This results in a loss of momentum through the corner. To improve, driverB should adjust their braking profile to apply maximum brake pressure later, similar to driverA's approach. On corner exit, driverB's slower rate of acceleration suggests a hesitation in throttle application, leading to a lower exit speed and more time spent at slower speeds. To gain time, driverB should focus on carrying more speed through the apex and applying the throttle earlier and more aggressively. By doing so, they can match driverA's exit speed and acceleration curve, ultimately reducing their overall time spent on this track section.

Analyzing the speed chart, it's evident that driverB reaches their minimum speed significantly earlier in the corner compared to driverA. This premature reduction in speed is likely contributing to a loss of time as driverB is not carrying as much momentum through the corner as driverA. Specifically, the point at which driverB's speed graph begins to plateau indicates an early application of maximum brake pressure, which should be adjusted to a later point in the corner to match the reference's braking profile. Furthermore, on corner exit, there is a notable difference in acceleration between driverB and driverA. DriverB's speed increases at a slower rate compared to driverA, suggesting a delay in throttle application. This hesitation results in a lower exit speed for driverB, extending their time spent in the slower speed range and thus losing valuable time on this section of the track. To improve, driverB should focus on rolling more speed through the apex and getting back on the throttle more aggressively and sooner to match the exit speed and acceleration curve of driverA.

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