# Final Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/final-dutch-grand-prix-at-zandvoort
> Updated: 2026-08-23T06:52:08.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 3.

The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort concludes its tenure with Formula 1 as organizers decide not to renew their contract. Prior to the final race, local officials highlighted the event’s economic significance, noting it has generated approximately €26 million in impact. To sustain the circuit’s tourism and economic value, the town plans to pivot toward business tourism and other racing series, such as Formula E.

The final race weekend features the first Sprint format in the circuit’s history and introduces technical challenges due to high aerodynamic loads and banked corners. In the drivers’ championship, Kim Antonelli holds the lead over Lewis Hamilton, while Max Verstappen seeks to reduce his points deficit. The event also sees driver changes for Red Bull Racing, with Liam Lawson stepping in for the injured Isack Hadjar.

During the race weekend, singer Davina Michelle performed the national anthem, the ‘Wilhelmus’, marking her second time performing at the event. Her outfit featured a long train displaying the names of the winners from the previous five editions. The event was attended by King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima. On the track, Lando Norris secured pole position, while Max Verstappen started seventh. Verstappen’s race faced an early interruption after he spun and crashed into the wall during the first round.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: Formula 1 returns to Zandvoort for the Dutch Grand Prix

The Formula 1 season resumes with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. The event marks the circuit's final F1 race and features a high-stakes championship battle and strategic tire management challenges.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/formula-1-returns-to-zandvoort-for-the-dutch-grand-prix-1

### 2026-08-22: Davina Michelle performs national anthem at Dutch Grand Prix

Singer Davina Michelle performed the Dutch national anthem at the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort, featuring a custom outfit honoring past race winners.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/davina-michelle-performs-national-anthem-at-dutch-grand-prix

### 2026-08-08: Zandvoort hosts final Dutch Grand Prix, anthem sung by Davina Michelle, seeks post‑F1 economic plan

Davina Michelle will sing the Dutch anthem at the final Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort on Aug 23, as the town plans to offset the €26 million economic boost from the race’s departure by targeting business travel

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zandvoort-hosts-final-dutch-grand-prix-anthem-sung-by-davina-michelle-seeks-postf1-economic-plan

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