Segment 6
Braking Point | Gear | Minimum speed |
34 metres | 2 | 86 km/h |
Segment 6 is a right-hand corner that requires the driver to slow down to 86 km/h in 2nd gear. The braking point for this corner is 34 meters before the turn-in point, where the driver will need to apply the brakes to scrub off speed and set up the car for the right-hand turn.
The racing line shown in the image indicates that the driver should aim to take a wide entry into the corner, gradually tightening their line as they approach the apex. This will allow them to carry more speed through the corner and maximize their exit speed onto the next straight.
Executing this corner well will be crucial, as it leads onto a long straight where the driver will want to be able to carry as much speed as possible. Careful braking, a smooth turn-in, and a controlled exit will be key to setting up a strong run down the following straight.