Also, in terms of construction, this is the newest track on our list. It is the most recent addition to the F1 calendar. Jeddah Street CircuitĪnd finally, we have the Jeddah Street Circuit. Trust me, Silverstone will always hold a special place in any motorsport enthusiast’s heart. While going around corners at top speed is impressive in a car, seeing superbikes do it is completely different. Silverstone is one of the fastest tracks in the world. Aerial photograph of the Silverstone Circuit. Look, it doesn’t matter if you are sitting in the stands or the comfort of your own home when you see superbikes go round fast corners in this track, your adrenaline is bound to stop pumping. This is because we want to keep this list versatile. It is important to remember that by longest track, we mean in the MotoGP calendar. The sharp turns, narrow roads, and lengthy straights make it one of the scariest tracks to ride on and one of the most fascinating tracks to watch. Many of the fatalities occur during practices and races. This track is not for the faint of heart.
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Although intimidated by the circuit, many drivers brave it not only for bragging rights but also to challenge themselves to something completely different.
There have been 255 recorded deaths since the first event in 1907. The TT Isle of Man is home to one of the world’s most grueling and challenging races. See, the circuit runs through and around the island. Well, it is less of a track and more of an island. However, when you look at how long the track is at 37.73 miles, you might be wondering why we aren’t calling it the longest track in the world. TT Isle of ManĪnother iconic circuit on this list is the TT Isle of Man. It is truly an icon in the racing world and shall remain so for a very long time to come.Īlthough this track may seem long, when it comes to the Grand Prix, it is relatively short when compared with most other F1 tracks. Many drivers also put their skills to the test on this track. The Nürburgring is also used to test new vehicles to see how well they can handle some of the most rigorous tests that manufacturers can think of. It is a pure test of endurance, especially when you consider the concentration needed for the Nürburgring. The drivers are changed at scheduled intervals so that they don’t fall asleep while driving. It consists of GT cars and touring vehicles. One of the most famous events on this track is the Nürburgring 24-hour race. It all depends on what iteration of the track is used during an event. It can be anything from 4 miles to 12.9 miles. The length of the track depends on which event is taking place. The circuit has hosted a few F1 races as well. One of the most notorious tracks throughout the history of motorsport, the Nürburgring is home to some of racing’s finest events, such as the 24-hour race. It is over a kilometer longer than Silverstone but not as fast.
While this track may not be one of the longest in the world, it is currently the longest track in the F1 calendar. That said, the Belgian Grand Prix was home to one of motorsport’s most recent tragedies, with the passing of Anthoine Hubert during an F2 event. An aerial view of the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Stavelot Belgium. Watching a great like Verstappen explain the circuit while driving is refreshing, to say the least. The track is exciting, with many fast corners combined with some hairpins that test every driver’s capabilities. The narrow streets, long straights, and fast corners were not ideal for one of the most dangerous sports, racing. Not only will this track be remembered as one of the longest, but it is also one of the most intimidating tracks in motor racing history.
However, its final event was held in 1961. The track hosted a few other events apart from F1. When you look at the current track lengths in racing, it almost seems absurd, and perhaps that is why it hasn’t been used in F1 since 1957. The racetrack comes in at a whopping 16.032 mi (25.8 km). No article of this nature will be complete without including the Pescara circuit.
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