From the fast-flowing ¡®S¡¯ curves to the hair-raising 130R corner, Suzuka Circuit packs a lot into 5.8 kilometers, making it one of the most challenging circuits on the Formula One calendar and a fan favorite.

As the F1 circus pulls into Mie Prefecture for the first time since 2019, drivers and fans alike are eagerly anticipating the return of one of the sport¡¯s top venues.

¡°All the drivers say that Suzuka is very special,¡± F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali told The Japan Times. ¡°It¡¯s unique, it¡¯s quite a fast and challenging circuit and everyone is very happy to be back here.¡±