DRS Zones in Spanish Grand Prix (GP)
The Spanish Grand Prix is scheduled to take place from June 2 to June 4 at Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona
F1 has made several modifications to various circuits on the Formula One Calendar before the start of the 2023 season. Changes in DRS zones were implemented in Bahrain, Jeddah, Baku and Miami but there are no such plans for the circuit in Barcelona, which is scheduled to host the Spanish GP. The track at the Circuit de Catalunya will continue to have TWO DRS zones like previous editions and no changes in the track layout have been made either ahead of this weekend’s race.
The Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona has two DRS Zones – one on the main straight leading to the first chicane and another after turn nine, on the back straight leading to turn 10. The zones are strategically placed at enough distance from each other, and the layout provides ample opportunities for the drivers to overtake. The well-designed circuit paves the way for thrilling races and that is one of the primary reasons why the Spanish GP is one of the most anticipated races in the F1 calendar.
The Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona is seen as an all-rounder circuit owing to its unique layout consisting of long straights and a variety of corners. The wind direction at the circuit can change drastically during the day – a significant factor given the importance of aerodynamics to modern Formula One cars. The track spans over a total length of 4.675 km. The track has a maximum capacity of 140,700. The circuit has an FIA Grade 1 license.
The circuit covers a total of 66 laps with the track having 16 turns. The official lap record for the current Grand Prix circuit layout is 1:18.149, set by Max Verstappen driving for Red Bull Racing in the 2021 Spanish Grand Prix. Michael Schumacher holds the record for the most number of poles (7) in the Spanish GP while Schumacher and Hamilton jointly have the most number of wins (6).
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