Williams preview the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka 8 October, 2013 Team and drivers preview the forthcoming Japanese Grand Prix weekend, Round 15 of the 2013 Formula 1 World Championship, at Suzuka on 11-13 October. Xevi Pujolar, Chief Race Engineer: Suzuka is a unique old-style circuit featuring a trademark figure-of-eight layout, with the back straight passing over the front section via an overpass. It's a challenging circuit for the cars and drivers with an above average level of overtaking, predominantly due to drivers making mistakes. Sector 1 is dominated by the level of downforce and fuel loads, whilst Sector 3 is dominated by drag. The layout leads to high average corner speeds,...
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