Qatar
27 - 29 NOVQatar is defined by its conditions as much as its layout. Run in warm, high-humidity night conditions, Lusail combines long, flowing corners with an abrasive surface to place continuous demand on the car and driver from the outset.
RACE SCHEDULE
Practice 1
Friday, November 27
13:30 - 14:30
Practice 1
Friday, November 27
13:30 - 14:30
Practice 2
Friday, November 27
17:00 - 18:00
Practice 2
Friday, November 27
17:00 - 18:00
Practice 3
Saturday, November 28
14:30 - 15:30
Practice 3
Saturday, November 28
14:30 - 15:30
Qualifying
Saturday, November 28
18:00 - 19:00
Qualifying
Saturday, November 28
18:00 - 19:00
Race
Sunday, November 29
16:00
Race
Sunday, November 29
16:00
LUSAIL. SUSTAIN THE PRESSURE.
Lusail International Circuit is built around rhythm. Medium- and high-speed corners connect in sequence, placing a continuous load on tires and requiring stable aerodynamic balance.
Downforce is prioritized, but efficiency remains essential across the longer straights. Wind across the flat landscape can influence balance, particularly in sustained cornering phases where minor instability compounds over time.
Tire degradation plays a central role, driven by the repeated lateral load placed through long-duration corners. Managing that stress without sacrificing pace becomes the key strategic lever.
Night conditions moderate ambient temperatures, but the surface retains heat, creating a complex thermal profile for tire performance. Overtaking requires preparation — built across multiple corners rather than a single braking zone.
Lusail rewards consistency. It’s about maintaining flow without interruption.
First GP
2021
Circuit length
5.4KM
Race distance
308.6KM
Laps
57
