Donington Park (United Kingdom)
Information about Donington Park (United Kingdom)
Historical Significance
Hosted the iconic 1993 European Grand Prix, where Ayrton Senna delivered one of F1's greatest performances.
Cultural Importance
Revered in British motorsport for its challenging layout and passionate fan base.
Notable Sections
A blend of high-speed sections and technical corners.
Iconic Sections
Craner Curves: A flowing downhill section with high-speed left-right corners.
Old Hairpin: A deceptively fast right-hander requiring precision.
Coppice Corner: A blind, high-speed corner leading to the back straight.
Main Events
British GT Championship, WTCR, Superbike World Championship.
Track Information
| Track | Donington |
| Location | Castle Donington, Leicestershire, United Kingdom |
| Opened in | 1931 |
| Length | 4.020 km (2.498 mi) (GP Circuit) |
| Coordinates | 52.8311° N, 1.3747° W |
| Climate | Temperate maritime, with mild winters and cool summers. |
| Number of turns | 12 |
| Elevation Change | ~24 meters |
Additional information
| Type | Permanent road course |
| Surface | Asphalt |
| FIA Certification | Grade 2 |
| Audience Capacity | ~50,000 |
| Top Speed | ~260 km/h on the Starkey’s Straight. |
| Grip | Medium-high; flowing layout demands balanced setups. |
| Pit Lane | Modernized but retains its classic charm. |