This shot was taken on the straight just after the world's most famous corner Eau Rouge. The car is doing about 270 km per hour at this point.

SPA FRANCORCHAMPS CIRCUIT INFORMATION
General information

At 6.968 Km, Spa-Francorchamps is the longest active Grand Prix circuit and it is the third fastest on the F1 calendar.

Spa-Francorchamps is one of the world's most fascinating circuits. Eau Rouge, Blanchimont, La Source - these names accelerate the heartbeat of motor racing fans and racers alike and is a fascinating circuit in every respect. It is a combination of different types of circuits, it is situated amidst a fantastic landscape and, on top of that, it has a long and exciting tradition. The changes between extremely fast and very slow stretches are unique.

This circuit is well loved by the teams and drivers, and renowned for letting a driver's skills make some difference – particularly through the renowned Eau Rouge. The size of the circuit, with a variety of corners and straights over undulating ground ensure that finding the perfect setup is nearly impossible. Overtaking is possible, particularly as tyres wear, and there is often rain at one end of the circuit whilst the other is dry. Accurate weather predictions are rare.