The CircuitA circuit is a racetrack for car racing. There's more... Paul Ricard race track, located at Le Castellet in the French region of Var, was built in 1969 with finance from pastis magnate Paul Ricard. Ricard wanted to experience the challenge of building a racetrack.
The circuit is Grade 1 and has hosted Formula 1Formula 1 is the pinnacle of open-wheel, single-seater car racing and arguably the highest level of any motorsport globally. Also... There's more..., on and off, since 1973. It is known for its painted run off areas
Run-off areas are extensions to the track used for driver safety. Located where racers are most likely to run beyond... There's more... that use high friction paint to slow the cars down if they leave the track.
(Pastis is an anise-flavoured spirit and apéritif)