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Rough Sepang circuit four seconds off Pirelli's F1 simulation pace
Original: Why extremely rough Sepang was over four seconds slower than Pirelli's F1 simulations
The Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia ran far slower than expected during Formula 1 activity, with lap times over four seconds adrift of Pirelli's pre-event simulations. The gap is attributed to an extremely rough, low-grip track surface that left drivers struggling for pace. The finding raises questions about track preparation and surface condition at the venue ahead of future rounds.
Why now: The size of the gap between real lap times and Pirelli's predictions is striking and has direct implications for upcoming F1 running at Sepang.
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