Sao Paulo GP 2024: Thursday’s Photo‑Packed Preview
A look inside the newly‑built Interlagos circuit as teams prepare for the season‑opening race.
The 2024 Formula 1 season opens in Brazil with the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, and Thursday’s photo‑journalistic coverage from Autosport and Motorsport.com gives fans an inside look at the newly renovated Interlagos circuit. The images show the upgraded pit‑lane facilities, the expanded spectator stands, and the meticulous track resurfacing that has been carried out to meet the FIA’s safety standards.
Teams are already setting up their garages, with the Mercedes‑Petronas, Red Bull‑RB, and McLaren‑Mercedes outfits arriving in full force. The photos capture the meticulous work of the crew as they install the new tyre storage units and test the new safety barriers. The track’s iconic 7‑turn layout remains unchanged, but the improved runoff areas around the high‑speed corners are evident in the images, promising a safer and more exciting race for drivers and fans alike.
From a technical perspective, the photo‑journalists highlight the track’s surface changes, noting that the new asphalt is expected to provide better grip for the front‑end of the cars. The pit‑lane’s expansion also means that teams can now accommodate more personnel, a development that could influence strategy during the race weekend. The coverage also shows the new LED lighting system that will illuminate the circuit for night races, a feature that has been praised by drivers for its clarity and safety.
For Indian fans, the Sao Paulo GP will be available to watch live on FanCode, with the race scheduled to start at 3:00 PM IST on Saturday. The coverage will be streamed in high definition, and viewers can also follow the live commentary and analysis on the FanCode app. The opening race of the season is a crucial one for the championship, and the updated Interlagos circuit promises a thrilling start to the 2024 Formula 1 calendar.
Source: Autosport & Motorsport.com