Suzuka, Japan

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Location: Suzuka, Japan Date: 8 October Length: 3.608 miles Rating (out of 10): 10 Weather forecast Country profile: Japan

Suzuka is one of the greatest tracks in the world, and is unique in more than just its figure-of-eight layout.

It is right up there with Monaco and Spa as a challenge for the drivers - and some argue it surpasses both.

From the technically intricate sweeps of the Esses to heart-stopping 180mph 130R, it is a peerless place.

Suzuka, located in a theme park, returns to the calendar in 2009 after a two-year hiatus after it and Fuji Speedway agreed to share the race.