Subscribe

Sign up for free

  • Get quick access to your favorite articles

  • Manage alerts on breaking news and favorite drivers

  • Make your voice heard with article commenting.

Autosport Plus

Discover premium content
Subscribe
Autosport Plus

The evolution of Eau Rouge

It's now flat in a Formula 1 car, but Spa-Francorchamps' iconic corner, Eau Rouge, is still a challenge not to be underestimated

Performance

Our experts' guide on how you can become a better racing driver

"It's not a corner anymore, it's a straight. Whatever tyres you have, you're doing that corner flat out. All the corners are more tricky now compared to Eau Rouge."

In recent years, as Formula 1 cars have gone ever-faster and runoff zones have been extended to accommodate them, Spa-Francorchamps' most iconic corner has been the subject of many comments similar to those made by Felipe Massa in 2013.

Previous article £200,000, F1 car test for Aston Martin Autosport BRDC Award winner
Next article Ticktum in single-seater for first time since Red Bull junior exit

Sign up for free

  • Get quick access to your favorite articles

  • Manage alerts on breaking news and favorite drivers

  • Make your voice heard with article commenting.

Autosport Plus

Discover premium content
Subscribe