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Opinion: Sakhir Outer Ring another circuit that overemphasizes engine power

Motorsport is a sport of balance: it's not only about the skills of the driver, but also about the quality of the power source that drives them, so to speak. It is therefore logical to try to emulate this balance on a Formula 1 circuit, with challenges for both the engine and the reflexes of the drivers. But on the outer ring of Sakhir, on which the drivers will be putting down some rubber for the rest of the weekend, this balance seems to be nowhere to be found.  It is estimated that some 60.1% of the Sakhir Outer Ring drivers will be able to go full throttle, although other estimates put this percentage at around 70% on this second version of Sakhir. With only two hard braking...
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