The Madring circuit in Madrid is set to revolutionize Formula 1 racing. With a strategic blend of street and purpose-built sections, this new track promises excitement and challenges for racers and fans alike.
Madrid is poised to become the hub of Formula 1 excitement, with the introduction of a fresh and innovative track—the Madring. In a recently unveiled simulation, enthusiasts got their first taste of what to expect from this hybrid street circuit located just outside Spain’s capital. Set to debut in 2026, the Madring aims to captivate the racing world with its unique design and competitive features.
The circuit, which will take over as the Spanish Grand Prix host starting in 2026, is generating considerable buzz. It will replace the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya after one year of sharing duties on the F1 calendar. At 5.4 kilometers (3.35 miles) long and comprising 22 turns, this track stretches to include some of the most thrilling features. It boasts the second-longest straight in F1 racing, promising high-speed drama. Community of Madrid president Isabel Diaz Ayuso, Mayor Jose Luis Martinez Almeida, and Williams F1 driver Carlos Sainz were among those present at the track’s unveiling, signaling the importance of this new addition to the F1 landscape.
A simulation video gives potential spectators and racers a glimpse into the future of Spanish Grand Prix racing. The layout begins with an energetic launch from the front straight, leading into a dynamic right-hander known as Curva de Hortaleza. This section pays homage to the neighborhood’s scenic backdrop. The track continues to entice with its chicane beneath a motorway overpass, a spot organizers predict will become a hotbed for overtaking.
Adding to the allure, the track winds through the Subida de las Carcavas, navigating around historical Spanish Civil War forts before merging into the constructed portion at the Valdebebas festival grounds. Here lies La Monumental, a standout feature of the track. With its 24% gradient, this banked corner draws inspiration from Zandvoort’s Luyendykbok and Madrid’s iconic bullfighting arenas. Fans will undoubtedly flock to this area for an unprecedented viewing experience.
Further enhancing the track’s character, racers will navigate past Real Madrid’s training complex, make another underpass beneath the motorway, and tackle the curiously twisty segment known as The Park. Anticipation builds as construction is scheduled to commence next month, ensuring that everything is set for the track’s debut race in September 2026.
The Madring circuit is more than just a race track; it’s set to become a symbol of Madrid’s enduring relationship with Formula 1. With its mix of high-speed straights and challenging corners, it offers a fresh take on racing that fans and drivers will eagerly anticipate. As the race day draws closer, the world will be watching as Madrid steps into the limelight of the F1 stage.
