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Why the new Jaguar deserves to succeed #308

Why the new Jaguar deserves to succeed #308

The Intercooler Apr 06, 2026 53 min
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The discussion centers on how modern Formula 1 cars and track evolution are changing cornering—turns that used to demand high-speed commitment are being flattened into medium-speed, slow-deceleration sections. Alex Albon’s take highlights the shift in driving technique, with corners that can feel almost “one-handed.” The conversation then looks ahead to what this means for classic venues like Spa, where the character of the circuit could be dramatically altered by the new generation’s grip and downforce behavior.

Topics: f1 cornering changes alex albon quote track evolution spa impact medium-speed corners high-speed corner decline
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I don't know if you watched any of the
on board of 130R. I saw some, yeah. I
mean, it was just the cars would go into
this completely flat corner and just
slow decelerate all the way through it.
Alex Albon said, "Essentially, there are
no high-speed corners now. It's all
medium speed." Can you imagine what
Spa's going to be like if the cars are
like this? I mean, what's Spa's just
going to be They could They could do it
one-handed. Mhm.
Mhm. And it's just

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