Intermediate FREE THIS WEEK Brazil

Autódromo José Carlos Pace

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Overview
Corner Analysis
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Critical Risks

Track Overview

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Autódromo José Carlos Pace is a challenging anti-clockwise circuit featuring significant elevation changes and a mix of technical infield sections and fast, flowing corners. Managing tyre wear and car stability is paramount for consistent performance.

Setup Focus

Stiff suspension for stability in high-speed corners and responsiveness.
Aerodynamics optimized for a balance between downforce in the technical sections and straight-line speed.
Brake bias adjusted slightly rearward to help rotation into the tighter corners, but not so much as to cause instability.

Corner Analysis

3 corners

Senna S

Complex of two left turns followed by a right turn

Gear Downshift to 2nd or 3rd gear for the initial lefts, potentially 3rd for the right.

Senna S

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Technique

Brake firmly before the first left, aiming for a late apex. Use the kerbs on the exit of the first left to carry momentum. The second left requires a slight adjustment, focusing on a smooth transition to the right-hander. The right-hander is crucial for exit speed onto the main straight.

Apex Strategy

Late apex on the first left, mid-apex on the second left, and a late apex on the right to maximize acceleration.

Descida do Lago / Laranjinha / Ferradura

Fast, flowing sequence of left and right turns

Gear Mostly 4th and 5th gear, downshifting to 3rd for Ferradura.

Descida do Lago / Laranjinha / Ferradura

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Technique

This section tests car stability and driver commitment. Maintain a consistent line through Descida do Lago and Laranjinha, using the slight elevation changes to your advantage. The tightening Ferradura requires precise braking and a smooth steering input to avoid running wide.

Apex Strategy

Focus on carrying speed through the fast sections. For Ferradura, a mid-apex is generally best to set up for the following straight.

Junção

Tight right-hander leading into a left-hander

Gear Downshift to 2nd or 3rd gear for Junção.

Junção

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Technique

Brake hard into Junção, aiming for a late apex to straighten the car as much as possible for the exit. The subsequent left-hander is relatively quick and requires a smooth transition to maintain momentum.

Apex Strategy

Late apex on Junção is key for a good exit. Aim for a mid-apex on the following left.

Car Setups

17 setups · 1 class

Autódromo José Carlos Pace

Track Overview

Corner Analysis

Senna S

Descida do Lago / Laranjinha / Ferradura

Junção

Car Setups

Critical Risks

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