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Barcelona-Catalunya GP preparations underway ahead of race this weekend

Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:14 AM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Barcelona-Catalunya GP preparations underway ahead of race this weekend

Summary

Formula 1 teams are gearing up for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on June 14, 2026. The event, the seventh round of the season, follows practices and qualifying sessions on June 12 and 13. Key statistics include a lap record set by Oscar Piastri in 2025 and a track known for its abrasive surface and high tire wear. Strategies are expected to shift this year with new tire compounds aimed at encouraging more pit stops and addressing thermal degradation.

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Key Details

•First Grand Prix held in 1991
•Oscar Piastri holds the lap record
•Most wins shared by Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton
•Higher tire degradation expected due to track conditions
•Teams will test car upgrades during practices

What they're saying

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As F1 continues its European leg at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
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