Here's my idea of what I'd like to do with Sochi. The first sector is almost unchanged, except Turn 4 is a right sweeper instead of a corner. Turn 4 is almost useless for overtaking except on Lap 1. Now Turn 5 has the potential for almost any time during the race. The run to Turn 7 has been lengthened to potentially offer another overtaking point. Turn 8 is relocated, making Turn 9 something to actually pay attention to rather than just be the follow-thru from 8. 10 and 11 remain unchanged, except Turn 12 is moved MUCH further back. The track will continue along the Ice Palace to Turn 13. The old Turn 15/16 is opened up a bit to make this more of a fast chicane than a useless braking zone with no overtaking. Carry speed through here and have another possible overtaking point at Turn 17.
Total length is relatively unaffected (5.848km vs. 5.871km) and the turn count remains at 18.
Total length is relatively unaffected (5.848km vs. 5.871km) and the turn count remains at 18.
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