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F1 News: Homeboy Carlos Sainz Heartily Welcomes Madrid to F1 as Spanish Grand Prix Hosts From 2026

The Spanish GP comes closer to home for Carlos Sainz as Madrid wins the competition to host the race from 2026 onwards.

Mahim Suhalka

January 23, 2024

55 Carlos Sainz (ESP, Scuderia Ferrari), F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 17, 2023 i

“Exciting New Chapter for the Spanish Grand Prix”: Stefano Domenicali Makes Rumored F1 News Official

Madrid has taken the title as host of the Spanish GP away from Barcelona from 2026 onwards. Let’s get into the finer details of it. 

Pranay Bhagi

January 23, 2024

Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz

F1 News: 2 Days before Rumored Mega Madrid GP Announcement, Spain’s Political Friction Endangers F1

Days before the rumored announcement of the Spanish GP venue moving across the country to Madrid, the red tape foils F1 plans.

Mahim Suhalka

January 21, 2024

Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz

F1 News: Madrid GP Official Announcement Date revealed as Stefano Domenicali gives Green Light

Madrid GP dreams become a reality as the old foe wins the El Classico of Formula 1 with official dates being announced soon.

Mahim Suhalka

January 17, 2024

Stefano Domenicali (ITA, President & CEO of Formula 1 Group), F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit

After Celebration With George Russell, Fernando Alonso Follows in Max Verstappen’s Footsteps for “Positive Vibes”

Fernando Alonso is gearing up for the 2024 Formula 1 season with positive vibes as he finds himself in Dolomites, Italy.

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January 09, 2024

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Lewis Hamilton Spotted With Rumored Old Flame Juliana Nalu Months After Antarctic Excursion

Lewis Hamilton spotted with his rumored girlfriend Juliana Nalu ahead of the New Year celebrations in a party in Brazil.

Veerendra Vikram Singh

December 31, 2023

Amid Talks of Madrid Hosting Spanish GP, Barcelona’s F1 Circuit Proves It’s Worth With Historic Achievement

With the talks of Spanish GP shifting to Madrid, Barcelona proves once again why it is one of the most significant venues.

Anirudh Kidambi

December 21, 2023

F1 2023 Spanish Grand Prix

8 Years On, Max Verstappen Upholds 2-Word Advice From Father Jos While Looking Back at Stellar F1 Career

Having written his name all over the Formula 1 record books, Max Verstappen remembers the simple advice his father gave him as he entered F1.

Veerendra Vikram Singh

December 18, 2023

33 Max Verstappen (NED, Red Bull Racing) celebrates becoming the 2021 Drivers World Champion with his father Jos Versta

Madrid GP Expects $5Bn Boost & 8200 Jobs Created From F1 Race if Local Politics Don’t Play Spoilsport

Formula 1 and Spain's capital have been given hard evidence to bring the circus to town and make Madrid the home of the Spanish GP.

Mahim Suhalka

December 15, 2023

Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz

El Clasico Ensues in F1 as Madrid Reportedly Replaces Barcelona to Host Spanish GP

With Madrid moving into the picture to take the kingdom away from Barcelona to host the Spanish GP, El Clasico makes its way into F1.

Pranay Bhagi

December 05, 2023

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November 26, 2023

Lewis Hamilton and Shakira

?Don?t Have Time for That?: After Breakup With Shakira, Lewis Hamilton Makes a U-Turn On His Ultimate Wish

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Pranay Bhagi

October 01, 2023

Shakira and Lewis Hamilton

Despite Zak Brown & Co.?s Abysmal Start, Oscar Piastri Gaslights Himself for Far From Perfect F1 Debut

Oscar Piastri blames his own errors despite having one of his poorest starts due to Zak Brown and the team skipping the development process.

Aditya Srivastava

August 13, 2023

Zak Brown and Oscar Piastri

Despite McLaren Mounting a Blitz, Lando Norris Fails to Catch Max Verstappen in the Unawares

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Aditya Srivastava

August 12, 2023

Max Verstappen, Lando Norris

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Amidst being under pressure to fire Lance Stroll, Lawrence Stroll harshly evaluates the performance of the underperforming star.

Aditya Srivastava

August 06, 2023

Belgian Grand Prix

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Yash Kotak

July 26, 2023

Nico Rosberg & Lewis Hamilton

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July 23, 2023

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Mick Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton

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Mercedes applauds the unsung hero who worked behind the scenes for facilitating Lewis Hamilton's stunning podium finish at the British GP.

Aditya Srivastava

July 15, 2023

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June 30, 2023

Charles Leclerc

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Lando Norris and Co. Gear Up for a ?Noticeable? Leap Forward As TP Sends Out a Scathing Warning

Following an agonizing start, Lando Norris and Co. warns rivals with full-scale revitalization coming in pieces in forthcoming race weekends.

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June 28, 2023

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Lewis Hamilton Exposing Mercedes? Mistake Termed a Blessing in Disguise After Miraculous Turnaround

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Monaco Grand Prix

Following Zak Brown?s ?Temperamental? Comment, Oscar Piastri Slams McLaren for Unpleasant F1 Surprise

Following an agonizing start, Lando Norris and Co. warns rivals with full-scale revitalization coming in pieces in forthcoming race weekends.

Aditya Srivastava

June 23, 2023

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?We Are Just One Update Away From a Win?: Mercedes Ignores Lewis Hamilton?s Invaluable Advice Yet Again to Prepare Attack Against Max Verstappen

Following an agonizing start, Lando Norris and Co. warns rivals with full-scale revitalization coming in pieces in forthcoming race weekends.

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June 22, 2023

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Spanish Grand Prix 2021 - Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track

The Spanish Grand Prix has been in operation long before Formula One even began. The first-ever race was back in 1913, won by Carlos Salamance in a Rolls Royce. However, the Spanish GP only found a home in Catalunya from 1991 onwards.

Lewis Hamilton won the 2021 Spanish Grand Prix ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas.

PAST WINNERS

Nigel Mansell1991, 1992
Alain Prost1993
Damon Hill1994
Michael Schumacher1995, 1996, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Jacques Villeneuve1997
Mika Hakkinen1998, 1999, 2000
Kimi Raikkonen2005, 2008
Fernando Alonso2005, 2013
Felipe Massa2007
Jenson Button2009
Mark Webber2010
Sebastian Vettel2011
Pastor Maldonado2012
Lewis Hamilton2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Nico Rosberg2015
Max Verstappen2016

Circuit Information

 

The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is situated in Montmelo. It is characterized by long straights and a decent mix of corners. The track's seating capacity stands at 140,700 and it has an FIA Grade 1 license.

The circuit length is 4.655 km, and the race is normally 66 laps long. This covers a distance of 307.104 km at an average time of 1:35:29.972.

Overtaking Hotspots

 

Of course, the main straight is a prime overtaking spot as it is a kilometer long and a DRS zone. So, there are plenty of slipstreaming opportunities. Just at the end of the straight is a right-left sequence, which can provide decent action.

This is followed by a long sweeping right-hander, and another chance to pounce. The next chance to overtake is at Turn 5, where drivers head downhill and can dive down the inside.

Another excellent overtaking hotspot is at the end of the back straight, another DRS zone. Finally, there is the 200kph final corner, where many a race has been won or lost.