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Inaugural Madrid F1 Grand Prix begins at Madring circuit

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~~Technical and environmental concerns rise for~~ Inaugural Madrid F1 GP Grand Prix begins at Madring circuit

~~Preparations for the~~ The inaugural Formula 1 Spanish Grand ~~Prix, scheduled for 11–13~~ Prix commenced on 11 September 2026 at the new Madring circuit near the IFEMA ~~complex, have intensified. The event marks the sport's return to the Spanish capital with an agreement in place through 2035.~~ complex. The 5.416-kilometer ~~hybrid track~~ semi-permanent street circuit, which combines permanent sections with public roads, features 22 ~~curves, including~~ curves and the 550-meter banked ‘La Monumental’ ~~corner, which features 24% banking. Technical~~ corner. As the event began, driver concerns regarding ~~vehicle durability and complexity persist. Williams Racing team principal James Vowles previously described~~ the venue as a “car-wrecking track” following testing that saw 19 red flags and multiple mechanical failures. Drivers have since reinforced these concerns. Carlos Sainz described the circuit as “incredibly demanding and complex,” noting that the design has left many drivers “shocked.” He compared its character to a hybrid of Jeddah, Baku, and Singapore, specifically noting the difficulties posed by steep gradients between curves 7 and the Monumental. Fernando Alonso characterized layout were echoed. Max Verstappen warned the track ~~as an “unprecedented challenge,” citing~~ could be a ‘car killer’ due to the ~~unknown factor~~ proximity of ~~asphalt grip and~~ the ~~difficulty of adapting current car regulations~~ walls, drawing further comparisons to the ~~layout. Max Verstappen also~~ Jeddah circuit. Carlos Sainz noted ~~that~~ the ~~circuit's bumps and curbs could pose challenges for~~ track requires “significant courage,” while George Russell led the ~~Red Bull car.~~ first official practice session. Technical focus remains on managing tires on the relatively smooth asphalt and navigating tight sections following high-speed straights. To manage the ~~expected 345,000 to 400,000 attendees, Madrid~~ event, the DGT has ~~organized~~ implemented special mobility ~~measures, free~~ plans to address expected local traffic impacts. Beyond racing, the weekend includes fan ~~activities,~~ zones and high-end gastronomic ~~experiences. Environmental opposition remains~~ experiences featuring Michelin-starred chefs. The inclusion of the Madrid race in the 2026 calendar follows the removal of the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, marking a ~~factor~~ significant shift in the ~~Hortaleza and Barajas districts due to noise concerns.~~ sport's schedule alongside the continued presence of the Barcelona Grand Prix.

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