Txt= THE OVAL CIRCUIT is a fairly slow one with few straights and offering a few opportunities to overtake. It is another of the circuits that are considered to be a little tedious. It is not used very much during the year, there are many bumps and it's very slippery due to sand on the track. Thus, in the numerous bends, there is always the risk of spinning off the track. The absence of straights means that the drivers have no opportunity to lapse in their concentration, which makes it a physical and tiring race. Because the circuit is situated in a dip it can get very hot in mid August, which makes it very testing on the tires. The right set up will include a lot of downforce. To stand a chance of winning, the driver must take the lead from the start, which is clearly easier if one starts the race in the pole position.
