 Malaysia, Sepang - March 16th -
18th - 2001
About the Malaysian GP
Malaysia is steadily becoming an established Formula One host even though the circus will
make only its third visit there in 2001. The facilities are top-notch, with plenty of
space for teams, media and fans, and the track is universally liked. This year the race
has been moved to the second round of the season, which means teams will start the year
off with two warm races. Unlike Australia, Malaysia has a much more tropical climate with
high levels of humidity, and this makes it tough for drivers. Ferrari has conquered the
race in the past two years – the layout tends to favour Maranello’s cars.
Car set up
Cars require a medium downforce setting, with a trade off between drag and top-speed for
the very long pit straight.
The track
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Track:
5.542,183 m , Sepang Pole Position 2000 :
Michael Schumacher - Ferrari
2000 winner:
Michael Schumacher - Ferrari |
Time-table
| Thurday March
16th |
03.00-04.00 and
05.00-06.00
Free practice |
| Saturday March
17th |
01.00-01.45 and
02.15-03.00
Free practice |
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05.00-06.00
Qualifying - 12 laps allowed per driver |
| Sunday March
18th |
01.30-02.00
Warm-up |
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06.00 Malaysian
GP |
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All times are
GMT |
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