Monza installs higher kerbs at chicanes

[John S]

Looks like the FIA noticed Kimi's antics running out wide in the last race.

By Jonathan Noble, Today, Autosport

Formula 1 drivers will be discouraged from cutting the first and second chicanes at Monza this weekend following the installation of higher kerbs.

The problem of cars straight-lining the kerbs at Rettifilo and Roggia has been an issue at the Italian Grand Prix for several years, despite big efforts being made to find a solution that both the governing body and the drivers are happy with.

This year, the FIA has approved plans for high combination kerbs to be fitted at the apexes of the first and second chicanes - which should deter drivers from trying to cut the corners.

The combination kerb concept has already proved to be a big success after being fitted at the Veedol Chicane at the Nurburgring and the new Barcelona chicane.

[Jericoke]

Wow, almost like the want to sabotage Kimi at Ferrari's home race!

[Scott]

Doesn't matter - first chicaine if you run it straight you have to slow to a snail's pace to go through barriers.  Second is mostly grass and gravel, so little advantage is gained.  The curbs will make the drivers pay better attention to the apexes, but could cause havoc if two cars go through side by side and one has to go over the curb.  Watch for chaos at the first chicaine.