Like the Shanghai International Circuit, the Belgian GP circuit was a long F1 track. By long, this meant tracks with more length than width.
Having a track that's longer than wide brought about more grandstands, more circuit infrastructure, a longer pit lane, etcetera.
Some intangible consequences were fewer overtaking chances, higher risks of incidents, and the possibility of a single racing line.
But the major disadvantage of Belgium's track length was its microclimatic conditions.
Imagine a track that could have different weather conditions at different parts, where one sector could be bone-dry while another sector could be raining.
That's the peak of F1 racing unpredictability, bringing about top-tier gambling in tire choices for the teams, and the unveiling of true skill from the drivers who can.
⁕ Lap: 25 / 44
**Luca, weather update. We're seeing sector one getting lighter, track's beginning to dry there**
