# Hairpin

> Hairpin — motorsport glossary term on TRAACKS.

## Definition

A very tight, slow corner that turns approximately 180 degrees, resembling the shape of a hairpin. Hairpins require heavy braking and are common overtaking opportunities due to the significant speed reduction required.

- **Category**: Track & Circuit
- **TRAACKS page**: [https://traacks.club/glossary/hairpin](https://traacks.club/glossary/hairpin)

## Related Terms

- [Apex](https://traacks.club/glossary/apex)
- [Braking Zone](https://traacks.club/glossary/braking-zone)
- [Overtaking (Passing)](https://traacks.club/glossary/overtaking)

## Links

- [Full glossary](https://traacks.club/glossary)
- [TRAACKS llms.txt](https://traacks.club/llms.txt)