Williams-Pilot Carlos Sainz hat die ersten Runden auf der Madring-Strecke in Madrid absolviert, die ab 2026 den Großen Preis von Spanien ausrichten soll.
Sainz fuhr einen 450 PS starken Ford Mustang GT auf der 5,4 km langen Strecke mit 22 Kurven, die sich in der Nähe des Flughafens Barajas noch im Bau befindet. Er merkte an, dass der Kurs schneller ist, als er erscheint, insbesondere in den Hochgeschwindigkeitsabschnitten ab Kurve 9 auf dem IFEMA-Messegelände.
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The FIA and Formula 1 teams have agreed on changes to the 2026 regulations, set to debut at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend. The tweaks aim to reduce closing speeds between cars and eliminate unintended overtakes, while improving qualifying performance. Drivers and officials expect these adjustments to enhance safety without compromising racing.
Carlos Sainz has given fans an initial glimpse of Madrid's new Madring circuit by completing his first laps in a Ford Mustang GT. Reactions online have been divided ahead of the venue's debut Spanish Grand Prix scheduled for September.
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With six months remaining until the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit in Madrid, construction is progressing on schedule for the September 13, 2026, event. The hybrid track, incorporating public roads and a permanent facility, features an iconic banked corner designed to define the venue's identity. Organizers anticipate up to 400,000 attendees, despite some local opposition.
Building on earlier coverage of the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix's history and format, Mercedes heads to Shanghai International Circuit atop the standings after a dominant Australia 1-2. Ferrari eyes a challenge with strong race pace, as teams tackle the season's first sprint under new regulations and a tight schedule.
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Formula 1 team principals expect the Miami Grand Prix to mark the start of a new championship phase, with major car upgrades from frontrunners. The race on the first weekend of May follows cancellations of April events in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to the US-Israel war on Iran. Leaders from Ferrari, Mercedes, McLaren and Red Bull highlighted the intense development push ahead of the Florida showdown.