In Hungary, the new Balaton Park circuit was officially opened – this is the only circuit built in Central Europe in accordance with FIA standards in the last 15 years.
Construction took four years, the project cost 200 million euros and the circuit is less than 90 km from Budapest. The 4.115 km circuit meets the FIA Grade 1 specification, as well as the requirements of the FIM motor federation.
The traffic on it is organized counterclockwise, the circle consists of six right and 10 left turns and is designed for international competitions in auto and motorcycle sports of any level. However, while it is certified in the Grade 2 category.
The presentation ceremony was attended by Giancarlo Fisichella, a former Formula 1 driver who has three Grand Prix victories to his name, as well as numerous endurance racing successes, including winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans twice, driving for Ferrari in the GT Pro class.
“When I first raced the Balaton Park circuit I was impressed by its character,” said Giancarlo. “There is everything you need here: exciting fast corners, difficult hairpins and interesting chicanes. It is distinguished by an organic configuration, so driving it is a great pleasure. And the first corner and the end of the straight are the main places where overtaking is possible.”
The box complex consists of 48 garages, the paddock is divided into three separate zones, creating excellent conditions for fans, VIP guests and journalists. Permanent grandstands designed for only 10,000 seats have been built so far, but the planned capacity of the autodrome is 120,000, which envisages the installation of several temporary grandstands.
By the 2024 season, the construction of a 4-star hotel will be completed, there are also plans to organize a car museum and other objects that will attract the attention of the public.
As early as June 10, Porsche will hold a Dream Festival on the new circuit: 75 years ago, production began of the model 356, the first sports car produced under this brand, which has since become legendary.
Source: F1 News
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