World champion Sebastian Vettel says the upcoming Indian Grand Prix is one of the “most challenging circuits” on the Formula One calendar.
The Red Bull driver, who leads the current drivers’ championship by six points from Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso told the F1 website he was excited by the speed of the course.
“The BIC really has emerged as one of the most challenging circuits on the calendar for the drivers,” Vettel said.
“I loved the track layout last year, but not just because I won the race. With an average speed of 235 km/h, the course is the second quickest of the year after Monza.”
He added: “There is a lot of elevation change around the lap which adds to the fun, from as much as eight percent downhill and up to 10 percent uphill; it’s like a roller coaster.”
The race will also be a major decider in the outcome of the title, with only three races to come after the GP at the Buddh International Circuit.