Chicane

A chicaneA chicane is a tight sequence of corners that alternate in direction, often located to slow the cars just before... There's more... is a series of corners, in quick succession and often towards the end of a fast sectorF1 is a data-hungry sport with numerous sensors monitoring car performance, driver movements and position on the track. In addition,... There's more..., designed to slow the cars.

The purpose of the chicane is to slow the cars, add mistake generatorsA section of the track deliberately designed to create overtaking opportunities by increasing the likelihood of driver error.  There's more... and provide passing opportunities, which adds to the excitement for fansThe fans are the life-blood of F1, without us the sport wouldn't be what it is today.  From the 300,000... There's more....