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Al Daayen, Qatar
2026 Circuit Guide

Lusail International Circuit

Al Daayen, Qatar • Qatar Grand Prix

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2026 Track Layout & Active Aero

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2026 Sector Breakdown

Sector 1

A long straight leading into a sequence of fast, sweeping right-handers.

Sector 2

The most physical section, an endless string of high-speed sweeping curves.

Sector 3

A slightly tighter final sector before accelerating back onto the main straight.

Grandstand & Seating Guide

Main Grandstand

Perfect for the start/finish and viewing the sprawling pit complex.

Turn 1

The only realistic heavy-braking overtaking point on the entire circuit.

North Grandstand

Views of the cars carrying massive speed through the first sector.

Recent Winners

2025Max VerstappenRed Bull Racing
2024Max VerstappenRed Bull Racing
2023Max VerstappenRed Bull Racing

Track Overview & History

Designed primarily for MotoGP, Lusail is an incredibly fast, flowing ribbon of tarmac with virtually no heavy braking zones. The relentless medium and high-speed corners put immense physical strain on drivers and tyres alike.

Track Weather: Lusail International Circuit

Mock Data
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19°C
Partly Cloudy
Wind18 km/h
Humidity65 %

Trackside Survival Guide

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    Local Track RadioTBA
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    Terrain & WalkingUltra-modern, flat paved complex. Taxis/shuttles required from Doha.
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    Sun & ShadeRaced at night, mitigating the intense desert heat.

Nominated Tyre Compounds

C1Hard
C2Medium
C3Soft
First Grand Prix2021
Number of Laps57
Circuit Length5.419 km
Race Distance308.611 km

Lap Record

1:24.319
Max Verstappen(2023)

Weekend Schedule Track Local Time

Sprint Quali16:30 Local
Sprint Race16:00 Local
Qualifying20:00 Local
Race20:00 Local