Malaysia F1 GP
2010 Formula 1 Petronas Malaysian GP
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Sepang International Circuit
Sepang International Circuit Malaysian Grand Prix
| Race Date | |
| Laps | 56 |
| Circuit length | 5.543 km (3.444 mi) |
| Location | Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia |
| Race length | 310.408 km (192.887 mi) |
| Number of Corners | 15 (left:5) (right:10) |
| Start line offset | 0 m |
| Downforce setup | medium |
| Top speed | 330 Km/h |
| Most wins (drivers) | John MacDonald |
| Most wins (constructors) |
Ferrari,March, Ralt |
| Spectactor capacity | around 130000 |
| Grand Prix held | 9 |
Malaysian Grand Prix Info
Malaysian Grand Prix is held at the hyper-modern Sepang International Circuit (SIC)at Sepang, Malaysia. It is situated close to the new Kuala Lumpur International Airport and was widely hailed at the time as the most up to date – if bland – racing complexes in the world.
In the mid 1990s, Malaysia was undergoing a huge change. Dr Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia’s Prime Minister was determined that by 2020, the country would be a fully industrialised nation. The best way to do this, it was thought, was through the auto trade. The Sepang circuit boasts superb pit garage and media facilities, as well as impressive grandstands and patron amenities.
Designed by Hermann Tilke, Sepang is one of the most technical circuits in Formula One. The combination of long high-speed straights, and tight twisting complexes make the track very complicated, but also perfect for overtaking as the track itself is very wide. The drivers love it and, along with Malaysia’s distinct atmosphere, it makes for an experience unique in Formula One. The main circuit, normally raced in a clockwise direction, is 5.54 kilometres long, and is noted for its sweeping corners and wide straights. The layout is quite unusual, with a very long back straight separated from the pit straight by just one very tight hairpin.
The inaugural event saw the return of Michael Schumacher after his accident at Silverstone some months earlier. The German was in top form upon his return and clearly showed the field that he was back. He led the race with ease before handing the win over to his Ferrari team-mate, Eddie Irvine to help the Irishman with his championship hopes.
Sepang International GP Timetable
| Friday 21 March – Practice 1 | 10.00 – 11.30 |
| Friday 21 March – Practice 2 | 14.00 – 15.30 |
| Saturday 22 March – Practice | 11.00 – 12.00 |
| Saturday 22 March -Qualifying | 14.00 |
| Sunday 23 March – Race | 15.00 |
