Lusail // Round 21

Qatar Grand Prix

Lusail International Circuit is a permanent venue with 16 turns and 2 DRS zones, so overtaking rates trend high. Tire degradation is typically very high, and the standing lap record is 1:24.319 by Max Verstappen (2023).

Track Specs

Country🇶🇦 Qatar

Circuit Length5.419 KM

Race Distance308.883 KM

Turns16

DRS Zones2

Strategic Snapshot

Overtaking demand is High and tire wear trends Very High. That balance usually decides whether clean air or fresh tires wins late.

Official Lap Record

1:24.319Max Verstappen (2023)

Typepermanent

CityLusail

TrackLusail International Circuit

AI Race Intel

DownforceBalanced

Tire DegradationVery High

Braking SeverityHigh

TractionStrong

Passing WindowHigh

Lusail International Circuit combines 16 corners with 2 DRS zones, so overtakes usually hinge on exit speed and battery deployment rather than one isolated braking point.