Photos: A Friday in Japan

The photos from the first day of the 2009 Japanese Grand Prix are available in the “Photos” section. Formula 1 is making a stop this weekend on the 15th circuit of the season. It’s the first time in three years that the Formula One circus is stopping at Suzuka. As the home of Honda, the circuit will have to do without the Japanese team. It’s now up to Toyota to bare its teeth. The snapshots are currently wet, but there’s something for everyone.

The photos are undoubtedly the best way to closely study the details of a Formula 1 single-seater and understand the aerodynamic innovations implemented by the engineers. There’s no need to be an expert to assess a new wing.

In Suzuka, a track seen as one of the best in the world according to many drivers, you have to love tight corners. The downforce is relatively high, but more than that today, you needed to call on your sense of balance. It rained a lot, and the soaked track makes you want to take a swim…

On the aerodynamic side, no major changes since Singapore last week. Indeed, most of the Singapore configurations will be the last innovations of the season. 8 out of 10 teams will finish the season with their current package.

Then, we need to look in detail at sponsorship, where we can see that Renault is dealing with the withdrawal of ING and Mutua Madrileña to increase the size of sponsors Megafon and Pepe Jeans London. That’s all, for now.

Today’s photos obviously concern Free Practice 1 and Free Practice 2.

Japanese Grand Prix – Friday Photos