That is so. However, the gravel trap would ensnare hapless drivers who put a wheel wrong during the race, thus ending their drive abruptly. Now they will be able to push harder in the Parabolica without fear that they will be caught in the kitty litter.The wall is quite far away. This is not necessary. I never seen anyone crash badly there.
In other words, it's like adding extra room as La Rascasse in Monaco. The corner is the same but the consequences of getting it wrong have been altered dramatically.
