Intercity Istanbul Park is an iconic 5.338km race track located near the Black Sea in Istanbul, Turkey. Boasting 20 turns and numerous elevation changes, the circuit offers an exciting challenge and an unforgettable experience for both professional and amateur racers.
Upcoming Events and Sessions
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Past Events
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Istanbul Park: Interesting Facts
Nearest track of a similar category is Sochi Autodrom (911 kilometers away).
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The Intercity Istanbul Park circuit was built in 2005 and is located in Istanbul, Turkey.
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The track has 8 turns and is 5.338 kilometres (3.317 mi) in length.
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The track has the largest, tightest and longest corner in Formula One history, at Turn 8.
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The circuit has hosted a Formula One race every season since 2005.
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The track contains a replica of Turkey’s most famous racing corner, Turn 8, at Intercity Istanbul Park.
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The circuit architects designed the track to be able to fit into the area’s location, which is surrounded by forests.
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The circuit also contains two man-made lakes which surround the main part of the track.
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The circuit is known for its many challenging curves, including triple apex left turn 6-7-8.
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The track has a 650 meter long straight, allowing for some of the fastest speeds of any F1 circuit.
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Intercity Istanbul Park also hosted the Turkish round of the MotoGP Championship from 2005 to 2011.