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Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli was built in 1972 and is named after the late MotoGP racer Marco Simoncelli.
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It is an historic circuit, used for MotoGP and World Superbike racing since the 1980s.
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The track is located in the heart of the Italian Riviera, in San Marino.
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The only other circuit in the region is the world-famous Imola, located just a few kilometers away.
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The circuit has been renovated in recent times to meet the latest safety standards and has a 4,226m long track.
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The circuit features 14 turns and a longest straight of 900m.
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The track holds its MotoGP race traditionally in June and it is one of the most demanding and technical circuits on the MotoGP calendar.
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In 2016, the circuit hosted the first MotoGP night race in over 30 years.
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One of the most challenging corners in the circuit is the Curvone, a tight right-hander closely followed by the fast left-hander of Carro.
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Misano Adriatico is famous for its spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea.