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3. Österreichring/A1 ring (Austrian Grand Prix)
View of the main straight at the A1 Ring during the Austrian Grand Prix in Speilberg, of 2002 (Courtesy: Getty Images)
The erstwhile Österreichring was the host of the Austrian Grand Prix from 1970-1987. The name Österreichring literally translated means “Austrian circuit”. This was a fast and flowing track which was very popular with the drivers. But, in 1987, two accidents caused the race to be re-started twice and FIA also deemed the track too dangerous because of its high-speed corners, lack of protection from trees and embankments and accidents at the start of the races.
After a gap of 10 years, the Austrian Grand Prix returned to the refurbished Österrichring, which was now named the A1-Ring after one of the sponsors. The event continued here for 6 years till it was discontinued from the 2004 season onwards.
The event is expected to make a comeback in the upcoming 2014 season.
