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The Canadian Tire Motorsport Park is the home of various major racing events, including IndyCar Weekend and the Honda Indy Toronto.
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The circuit was originally built in 1961 as a two-mile long track, to accommodate Sports Car and Formula racing.
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It was the first circuit in Canada to host a Formula One race, in 1977.
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The circuit is also known as Mosport Park, which was its original name derived from the combination of “Motor” and “Sport”.
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The Canadian Tire Motorsport Park features 12 turns and a total track length of 2.459 miles.
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In addition to racing events, the circuit has also hosted several famous rock concerts, including AC/DC, U2, and Rush.
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The circuit also boasts a 3.1-mile long road course with 17 turns, ideal for motorcycle racing.
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The circuit holds the record for being the fastest racetrack in North America, with a top speed of 118.6 MPH.
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It is also the largest open-air stadium in Canada, with a capacity of more than 40,000 people.
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The Canadian Tire Motorsport Park has hosted some of the world’s top drivers, including Mario Andretti, A.J. Foyt, and Michael Andretti.