Porsche 992 GT3 R Zolder HYMO Hot Lap Analysis

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Let’s take a look at this hot lap of Zolder in the Porsche 992 GT3 R driven by HYMO.

The Track

Circuit Zolder, located in Belgium, is a historic track known for its technical and challenging layout. Opened in 1963, it features a mix of fast straights, tight corners, and chicanes that test both driver skill and car performance. Notably, it hosted the Formula One Belgian Grand Prix in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The circuit is renowned for its demanding nature, requiring precise braking and smooth cornering techniques, making it a popular venue for various motorsport events. The track winds its way through the dense forest which makes for an increased sense of speed.

Good news, the HYMO setup used in this hot lap video is available for you to try HERE.

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Analysis

The analysis below uses the Track Titan platform to compare a HYMO reference hotlap to one of the Track Titan community drivers through Segment 10. The telemetry suggests the driver has turned into the first apex too late and sacrificed their entry for a better second apex. This has the potential to give them a better exit but nowhere near enough to make up for the 0.3s loss on the way in. This is a line one might consider on an outlap as this is the final corner, but not on a hotlap.

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You can analyse every other turn in the Track Titan platform; see reference lap here.
You can also take it to the next level and compare it against your own driving, just sign up to Track Titan for FREE today here.

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Sim Racing Top Tips

Understanding slip angle is crucial for optimal cornering in racing. It's the angle between the direction a tyre is pointing and the actual direction it's moving. To exploit this, enter corners with enough speed to generate lateral force on the tires, creating a small slip angle. This enhances grip, allowing for faster cornering. However, exceeding the optimal slip angle leads to excessive understeer or oversteer. It's a delicate balance that requires practice and sensitivity to the car's feedback, enabling you to feel when the tyres are at their peak grip. Sometimes you can feel this in a good force feedback wheel. If you turn more and the wheel goes light, you might be passed the optimal steering angle - try and feel for this sensation in practice.

Don't know where to improve? Use the HYMO hotlap to find out.

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