First-time Sepang F1 racers will master track ‘from opening lap’
Malaysia's only F1 driver, Alex Yoong, says the lack of recent experience should not hinder debutants despite the circuit's nine-year absence.
Malaysian racing legend Alex Yoong is confident that upcoming F1 racers will perform well when they compete at the Sepang International Circuit this weekend, despite the circuit not hosting F1 races for nine years. The one-off event is organized by the Malaysian government and Bahrain race organizers following the cancellation of the April race due to geopolitical tensions.
Despite not racing at Sepang recently, Yoong, a former F1 driver, believes the drivers will be up to speed from the first lap of practice, thanks to advancements in simulator training. With the circuit recently upgraded at a cost of up to US$4 million, Yoong anticipates high-speed corners, intense heat, and potential rain as the main challenges.
Notably, he predicts a competitive race, possibly between McLaren and Mercedes, with the latter's Kimi Antonelli leading the championship and George Russell seeking to win the remaining races to snatch the title.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- First-time Sepang F1 racers will master track 'from opening lap' nst.com.my
- First-time Sepang F1 racers will master track ‘from opening lap’ freemalaysiatoday.com
