Why is Monza called the Temple of Speed?
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Monza is on of the oldest circuits in the calendar for the 2022 F1 season. After visiting a bunch of tracks this year, the circus has finally come to Italy to race. With the Italian Grand Prix taking place at the circuit this weekend, fans must have heard a lot about the term “Temple of Speed” being associated with the circuit. Well, there is a reason why they call it the Temple of speed and we shall as to why that is the case.
The Autodromo Nazionale di Monza as it is called in Italian is a race track with the lenghth of 5.793 km. The track is based near the city of Monza which is north of Milan in Italy. Excluding 1980, the circuit has hosted a race every year since 1949 which is a commendable achievement. The circuit was first made open to the public on 3rd September 1922 which was 100 years ago. The track has an asphalt surface and has 11 turns which include some historic ones such as Ascari and Parabolica which has now been renamed as Alboreto.
Now what does this have to do with the track being called the temple of speed is what you must be wondering. When you look at the track, you will notice that the straights on the track are long with drs and tows being highly resourceful. The track is very fast flowing which gives the drivers a chance to test their their limits and go as fast as possible. The track is also very dear to the Tifosi who are Ferrari’s fanbase. With Monza hosting the Italian GP, the Tifosi get a chance to witness Ferrari’s home race and we all know how much they worship the team.
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Drivers can reach speeds up to 370 kmph on the Monza circuit
This is a feat that is only possible on this circuit alone. A low downforce setup is required for this track. Also one of the crazy things about this circuit is that 76% of the lap at Monza is full throttle for the car where the longest flat out section is 1520 m. One lap of the circuit effectively means upwards of 46 gear changes that the driver makes moving from high speed corners to low speed chicanes. Worship, full throttle and speed is all you need to get yourself a title like this Italian circuit has earned for itself over all these years.
It is also the pride of F1 and winning on this circuit as a Ferrari driver is a dream that many have had. Charles Leclerc was fortunate enough to have won the race in 2019. With the Monegasque being on pole position for today’s race, it will be interesting to see what he does and whether he finishes on the top step of the podium again. With the race being just a few hours away, it’s all to play for the drivers in the Temple of Speed. Who will you be supporting for the Italian GP?
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Varad Joshi
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