The operators of the Spa-Francorchamps have completed the first phase of the track renovations ahead of the 2022 season.
The circuit operators have spent £20.7 million (€25m) on alterations to the venue which will host the Belgian Grand Prix in August. The changes are intended to retain the character of one of Formula 1’s most cherished and demanding circuits while improving safety standards for car and bike races.
Chairman of the board Melchior Wathelet said the construction work which took place over the winter have produced a track which “remains identical but with safety strengthened.”
“Our track has been subject to various adaptations in order to receive the double approval from the FIA for motorsport competitions and Grade C from the FIM for motorcycle competitions,” he added.
Significant earthworks have allowed more run-off space to be created at the famed Eau Rouge and Raidillon complex. The extremely fast sequence has been the scene of several serious incidents in…