P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The Marina Bay Street Circuit in Singapore has undergone significant modifications, with the removal of a sequence of 90-degree corners and the addition of a single straight leading into a chicane. These changes are expected to create more overtaking opportunities during the race, which has historically been challenging for drivers to pass one another. The altered circuit configuration will also result in shorter lap times, reducing the physical demands of the race. While some drivers, such as George Russell, are optimistic about these modifications, others, like Yuki Tsunoda and Valtteri Bottas, question the absence of an additional DRS zone, which could have further facilitated overtaking. The decision not to include a DRS zone up until Turn 16 is likely to be a topic of discussion among the drivers.
Source: Motorsport Week
