Chief Race Engineer of the Renault Sport Formula 1 Team, Ciaron Pilbeam has talked about the challenges of the Albert Park street circuit, the venue of this weekend's Australian Grand Prix. The street circuit, situated around a large man-made lake is situated just a few miles south of Melbourne, posing a bumpy test for drivers and cars. 'The Australian Grand Prix is the usual first race of a Formula 1 season as we open up on a street circuit inside a park,' said Pilbeam. 'It’s not your average race track, as it’s certainly unique in its own way with some fast corners, little run off areas and close barriers.' Pilbeam's focus of attention was the long, medium speed right-hander that is...
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