F1 General | F1 Circuits and Tracks (Part 2) | Epi #141 | From Zandvoort to Yas Marina

Miss our tour around the early-season circuits? In Part 2 of our F1 Circuits and Tracks series, John, Dick, and Sabrina pick up where they left off—starting with the rolling dunes of Zandvoort and winding their way through some of the most storied and spectacular tracks on the Formula 1 calendar.

Unreleased until now, this wide-ranging chat was originally recorded in 2023—but the stories, quirks, and racing insights are as relevant as ever. Whether it’s the towering grandstands of Monza, the neon spectacle of Las Vegas, or the finale fireworks of Yas Marina, you’ll get behind-the-scenes perspective and genuine debate on what makes each of these circuits unique.

In this episode:

• Key characteristics and signature moments from every Grand Prix circuit—beginning with Zandvoort and covering the rest of the F1 calendar
• How high-speed corners, shifting weather, location, and circuit history shape race weekends for drivers and fans
• Classic vs. modern: which venues keep their magic year after year, and which ones have struggled to win hearts?
• Quick tips and comparisons for novices and die-hards alike on what to watch for when the circus comes to your favorite track

From legendary overtakes to iconic corners, this episode is your inside guide to the drama, design, and DNA of modern F1 tracks.

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