The Formula 1 season continues with the Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit, a favorite among drivers. This race is the third round of the championship, following events in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.
Suzuka is renowned for its fast, flowing corners that test the aerodynamic capabilities of the cars and the skills of the drivers. The enthusiastic Japanese fans are especially excited this year with Yuki Tsunoda driving for the main Red Bull team.
In the championship standings, Lando Norris currently leads, followed closely by Max Verstappen, George Russell, and Oscar Piastri. Ferrari is looking to bounce back after a disappointing race in the previous round.
Suzuka Circuit: Track Highlights
The Suzuka circuit is a 3.6-mile track famous for its unique figure-of-eight layout and challenging corners like the Esses, Degners, Spoon, and 130R. It`s considered one of the most demanding tracks in motorsport.
Suzuka has been a regular on the F1 calendar since 1987 and is known for hosting dramatic championship-deciding races, particularly those between Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost.
Since 2024, the Japanese GP has moved to an earlier slot in April, coinciding with Japan`s beautiful cherry blossom season.
Weather Forecast for Suzuka
The weather forecast for the Japanese Grand Prix weekend in Suzuka indicates a dry start with sunny spells on Friday and Saturday. However, there is an increasing chance of rain on Sunday, race day. Temperatures are expected to be in the high teens throughout the weekend.
