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When was the track built?
Opened in 1940, it is one of the most historic circuits in the World, having hosted Formula One since the 1970s, with a brief pause during the 80s when the Jacarepaguá took over, and Motorcycle, DTM, Endurance and many more events.
It has been renewed and improved several time up to its latest form that is the home of the Brazilian Grand Prix since 1990.
Its long tradition will obviously continue with the new Organization.
When was its first Grand Prix?
In 1973, on the original 9.7km long circuit, when hometown hero Emerson Fittipaldi won after starting from first row beside Ronnie Peterson, on pole for the first time in his career, both driving Lotus-Ford; with the Swedish driver being forced to retire, Jackie Stewart and Denny Hulme completed the podium with Tyrrell-Ford and McLaren-Ford respectively.
It is one of the seven Brazilian circuits that will rotate to host the final three rounds of the South American Series and the first round of the World Championship.
What’s the circuit like?
Liked by drivers and fans, it is famous for its banked corners, elevation changes and the unique main straight, uphill with two super-high-speed bends before reaching a downhill heavy braking Turn 1.
Thanks to plenty of overtaking opportunities, often crazy weather and the possibility to opt for various tyre strategy, it always delivers entertaining races.
Where is it located?
In Interlagos, a district in the southern region of São Paulo; the International airport of the city is around 50km from the gates of the circuit.. (- 23°42’01”, – 46°41’50”)
All Along The Racetrack 