Meaning of frontstretch | Babel Free

Definitions

The straight (or gently curved) part of a racetrack, running track, etc. where the race begins.

Examples

“The new track will be built of a sandy loam running surface providing improved turns and a layout with new spirals to ease entry into the turns. The frontstretch and backstretch will be lengthened by 660 feet.”

“D-shaped ovals are modified ovals that have one long sweeping arc of a turn for a frontstretch instead of a straightaway.”

“In addition to often scheduling the autograph sessions, speedway officials would open the frontstretch gate and allow fans to come onto the track and the grassy frontstretch apron after an event.”

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