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The Fast and the Curious

Chinese Grand Prix preview and feedback from an F1 driver's mum

Apr 18, 2024
F1 driver Zhou Guanyu's Chinese Grand Prix preview; Aston Martin's move with Fernando Alonso; listener feedback featuring an F1 driver's mum's mix-up; humorous banter with a listener; insights on Park Fermé regulations and balancing F1 passion with social commitments.
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  • The Chinese Grand Prix circuit offers a unique layout designed for overtaking opportunities and challenges for teams during the sprint race format.
  • Fernando Alonso's contract extension with Aston Martin showcases his enduring passion for racing, setting a high standard and strategic move for the team.

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China Grand Prix Preview

The Chinese Grand Prix is back after a five-year hiatus, featuring a unique track layout designed to resemble the Chinese symbol for 'upwards.' With one of the longest straights and a combination of tight and wide sections, the circuit offers potential for exciting overtaking, making it a fitting choice for a sprint race format. This weekend's sprint weekend setup will provide a new challenge for teams, with limited practice time and adjustments allowed only between sprint sessions and the main race.

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