Segment 4
Braking Point | Gear | Minimum speed |
86 metres | 3 | 117 km/h |
Segment 4 is a left-hand corner that requires the driver to slow down to 117 km/h in 3rd gear. The braking point for this corner is 86 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 left-hand turn.
The racing line shown in the image indicates that the driver should aim to carry as much speed as possible through the corner by using the full width of the track. This will involve a late apex, allowing the driver to unwind the steering and accelerate out of the corner onto the next straight.
Executing this corner well will be crucial for maintaining momentum and setting up a strong exit onto the following section of the track. Drivers will need to balance their braking, turn-in, and throttle application to maximize their speed through this left-hander.