Revamping measures planned in Valencia

Valencia's 'Circuit de la Comunitat Ricardo Tormo' will undergo a major modernisation in their near future. The goal of the organisers: to revamp the popular Formula One test circuit in a way that it might possibly become part of the Grand Prix calendar.

The layout of the 4.005 kilometre circuit is due to be changed in order to make it faster and more spectacular on the one hand, and to meet the standards of other current Formula One circuits on the other. However, the special character of the circuit will remain untouched by the reconstruction measures. Currently, spectators can see the entire track from every single seat.

It is planned to extend the track to a total length of 4.4 kilometres, with a new straight, wider turns and two hairpins, in an attempt to create additional overtaking opportunities. At the same time, parts of the current infield section will be removed.

"We have decided to work ahead of a possible decision include the circuit on the Formula One calendar," said the track's General Manager, Eduardo Nogues. "Formula One is the benchmark for every racing facility and a dream for all Valencian racing fans, so now it's the time to show Bernie Ecclestone and everyone involved in F1 that Valencia wants to host a race."