Turkey has shown two years in a row that it is capable of organising a great Grand Prix, but does the Intercity Istanbul Park deserve a permanent place on the Formula 1 calendar? Racing in Turkey The circuit in Istanbul has been loved by teams, drivers and fans for years. The circuit designed by Hermann Tilke has fast corners, slow corners and long straights, but it has some unique features. The long straights are of course the highlight of the track. In 2005 the Formula 1 came here for the first time and from 2005 till 2011 seven races were organised at the unique circuit. Especially the drivers and fans were happy here, because the races were always fun to watch and the track itself is...
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