Accelerating Safety: F1 Drivers Rally for the Elimination of Abu Dhabi’s Risky Off-Camber Corners

Accelerating Safety: F1 Drivers Rally for the Elimination of Abu Dhabi’s Risky Off-Camber Corners

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Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc have encouraged the removal of off-camber corners through the final sector at the Yas Marina

The venue, Yas Marina Circuit, has been a consistent fixture on the Formula 1 calendar since 2009 but underwent renovations recently to address concerns about overtaking. Despite these changes, both Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc agree that the off-camber corners in the third sector make it difficult to follow other cars during races. Verstappen suggests adding more banked corners, particularly around the hotel and at turn seven, to improve the racing experience. Leclerc agrees, stating that while the track poses a technical challenge for qualifying, it hampers overtaking in the race. Unfortunately, the removal of cambered corners is not feasible due to the extensive construction work it would entail. Instead, revisions have focused on the kerbs.

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