If Hermann Tilke is ever asked what his greatest accomplishment was, Istanbul's Otodrom should be his answer, for his design for Turkey's F1 circuit is a gem

Challenging, fast, and in Turn 8, provides one of the greatest challenges on the F1 calendar. Indeed with Spa's removal from the 2006 season, Turn 8 will be regarded by many as the best corner in this season's calendar.

Thrills and spills were provided in 2005, with many drivers struggling to cope with the demands of Turn 8, and more should be expected this year, while the first corner will pose problems at the start.

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