The Italian GP is scheduled to take place from 1st to 3rd September at Monza – let us take a look at the DRS zones at this venue
The FIA has officially announced the designated zones for utilizing the DRS system during the upcoming Italian Grand Prix. This event marks the 16th round of the 2022 Formula 1 world championship. Following Max Verstappen’s impressive win at his home track in Zandvoort, teams and drivers will once more compete at Monza’s high-speed circuit, often referred to as the “Temple of Speed.” This track layout is expected to play to the strengths of the dominant RB19 car, emphasizing characteristics such as low downforce and efficiency on the front end.
For the upcoming weekend, the race commission has decided to implement two DRS zones for the race. These zones will be situated along the main straight of the racetrack and on the segment connecting Lesmo 2 to Ascari. Notably, these zones will feature distinct points of activation: the first one will be before the Parabolica turn, while the second activation point will be positioned between Lesmo 1 and 2. The weekend’s schedule involves two one-hour practice sessions on Friday, along with FP3 on Saturday morning. These 60-minute practice sessions offer teams and drivers their final opportunity to fine-tune their setups in preparation for qualifying, which is slated to take place later on the same day before the Sunday race.
Does the Monza circuit encourage faster timings?
The Monza F1 circuit is renowned for encouraging faster timings due to its unique characteristics. With long straights, minimal tight corners, and few chicanes, the track layout prioritizes high-speed sections that allow cars to reach their maximum velocity. The famous Parabolica and Curva Grande turns, along with the lengthy main straight, provide ample opportunities for drivers to push their cars to their limits, resulting in higher average speeds over a lap.
Moreover, Monza’s history as one of the oldest and most iconic circuits in Formula 1 adds to its allure. Teams often bring special low-downforce setups optimized for top speed, as aerodynamic efficiency becomes paramount on the long straights. The circuit’s location in a low-altitude area with favorable weather conditions also contributes to optimal engine performance and reduced air resistance. All these factors together make Monza a track where speed takes center stage, leading to consistently faster lap times and thrilling on-track action.
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