Shanghai International Circuit

The Shanghai International Circuit, located in Jiading District, Shanghai, China, is a motorsport race track known for hosting the Chinese Grand Prix from 2004 to 2019, and resuming in 2024. Designed to resemble the Chinese character "shang" (上), meaning "above" or "ascend," the track features a unique start with tightening Turns 1 and 2, high G-force Turns 7 and 8, and a 1.2 km (0.7 mi) straight between Turns 13 and 14.