Fernando Alonso has issued a stark warning that Formula 1 “cannot continue this way” after expressing frustration that the current generation of cars fails to do justice to the challenging new Madring circuit, the venue for the Spanish Grand Prix. Alonso Praises Madring Layout but Criticizes Car Limitations The Aston Martin driver was full of ...
Formula 1 drivers have voiced significant concerns about the new Madring circuit layout following qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid. While support series races at the IFEMA complex have seen multiple incidents, the premier class has avoided major chaos so far. However, the consensus suggests Sunday’s race could present substantial overtaking challenges. Verstappen ...
Norris Claims Pole for Inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at Madring in Dramatic Finish Lando Norris delivered a spectacular final lap to secure pole position for the first-ever Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit, edging out Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli and reigning World Champion Max Verstappen in a thrilling Q3 shootout. The McLaren ...
Formula 1 drivers and teams finally experienced the Madring circuit during Friday practice, and the new Madrid venue proved every bit as demanding as predicted. While simulations provided a baseline, the session revealed significant unknowns regarding car setup, power unit deployment, and, most critically, tyre management. Tyre graining emerged as the dominant talking point early ...
Kimi Antonelli Tops Spanish GP FP2 as Ferrari Duo Chase at Madring Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli ended Friday’s running at the Spanish Grand Prix as the fastest driver on track, heading a Ferrari duo of Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton in the second hour of practice at the Madring circuit. Antonelli Sets Unbeatable Benchmark The ...
Formula 1 Returns to Madrid After Four Decades Formula 1 returns to Madrid for the first time in over four decades, with the Madring circuit hosting the Spanish Grand Prix. The weekend carries particular weight for Carlos Sainz, the Williams driver who calls the Spanish capital home and serves as an ambassador for the event. ...
The Cadillac Formula 1 team has received two fines after Sergio Perez was caught speeding in the pit lane during the first free practice session (FP1) at the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid. Perez Breaches Pit Lane Speed Limit Twice The Mexican driver exceeded the mandatory 80 km/h pit lane speed limit on two separate ...
George Russell Tops Historic First F1 Session at Madring for Spanish Grand Prix Mercedes driver George Russell set the pace in the inaugural Formula 1 session at the brand-new Madring circuit, leading Free Practice 1 for the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix. The session marked the first time F1 cars have run on the Madrid street ...
Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has offered a contrasting assessment of the Mercedes driver lineup, suggesting George Russell is overthinking his approach while championship leader Kimi Antonelli is performing with instinctive ease. The analysis arrives as the paddock prepares for the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit in Madrid. Montoya Analyzes ...
F1 Drivers Unveil Special Helmets for Inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at Madrid’s Madring Circuit Formula 1’s highly anticipated arrival in Madrid for the Spanish Grand Prix has inspired multiple drivers to debut one-off helmet designs for the historic first race at the Madring circuit. Set around the IFEMA exhibition centre, the new venue marks a ...
Reigning Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris has admitted his McLaren machinery is not currently strong enough to defend his title, tipping Mercedes driver George Russell as the primary challenger to championship leader Kimi Antonelli. Norris Concedes Title Defense Unlikely Amid Points Deficit Heading into the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit in ...
Formula 1 Returns to Madrid: Drivers React to the New Madring Circuit Formula 1 drivers will once again experience the thrill of racing at a new venue this weekend at the Spanish Grand Prix, where anticipation for the unknown has already spread through the paddock at the Madring. Spain’s capital city welcomes F1 back for ...