F2 Calendar - Monza

Variante del Retifilio
The first chicane on the circuit is the first overtaking opportunity and the first test for the cars brakes. The corner tends to be particularly tricky as the chicane funnels down into one natural line which leads to drivers fighting to get on the right line and get a good exit for the Curva Grande
Curva Grande
The flat out fight hander will offer drivers the chance to slip stream the car in front and possibly use one of their boosts to get a run on their rival heading into the Roggia chicane.
Variante della Roggia
The Roggia chicane requires the drivers to take little curb on the entrance but as much curb as possible on the exit. If a driver has used a boost coming through the Curva Grande then the Roggia can be a great place to overtake.
Lesmo
Approached hugging the left side of the track, it is crucial that the apex of the first Lesmo is hit. This then creates a natural run onto the second Lesmo. The ideal lne will see the inside curb just clipped at the first Lesmo with more taken at the entrance to the second Lesmo and a large amount taken on the exit
Variante Ascari
The Ascari chicane is a punishing area for the brakes on the cars. Approaching top speed on the run to the corner, the drivers will need to brake as late as they dare and carry as much speed as possible into the corner. This is an overtaking area but if each apex is hit and speed is carried through the chicane then the run to the Parabolica opens up another passing opportunity
Curva Parabolica
The Parabolica lures drivers into carrying more speed than necessary into the corner and putting the power down too soon on the exit. The fairly high speed nature of the corner makes it difficult for cars to follow closely but a good run out of the corner will lead to a good lap-time

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Set in parkland north of Milan, Monza is one of the most historic motor racing circuits in the world.

Constructed in 1922, the circuit hosted its first Italian Grand Prix later that year and has gone on to become a regular on the Formula One Championship calendar. Since it was launched the circuit has changed very little in the following 88 years leading to corners such as the Parabolica earning cult status amongst racing fans.

2010 marks the first year that the FIA Formula Two Championship will have visited the circuit and it is set to be the fastest eventof the year for the championship.

The circuit holds the record for the closest ever finish to a grand prix when in 1971 the first four drivers were separated by just 0.18s. The high speed nature of the circuit tests the engines and aerodynamic efficiency of the cars while the heavy braking areas put a lot of pressure on the brakes.

The passionate Italian fans affectionately known as the tiffosi are second to none in their support, and if an Italian driver was to win at Monza then expect the fans to be ecstatic.

FRIDAY 21 MAY

09:30 - 10:00 : Free Practice 1
12:00 - 12:30 : Free Practice 2
16:15 - 16:45 : Qualifying 1

SATURDAY 22 MAY

11:15 - 11:55 : Race 1
17:00 - 17:30 : Qualifying 2

SUNDAY 23 MAY

14:05 - 14:35 : Race 2

To download the full Monza event timetable, click here.

(NB. All timings are provisional and in local times)

Formula Two arrives at Monza, the home of the Italian Grand Prix, for rounds five and six of the 2010 season. Tickets start from €5 per person, with free entry for children aged 11 and under and discounts available for under 17s. To book tickets click here.

TV Schedule will be published closer to the event.

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Variante del Retifilio

Curva Grande

Variante della Roggia

Lesmo

Variante Ascari

Curva Parabolica