Dutch GP features 22 rare Spykers instead of traditional drivers' parade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 12:29 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

The Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort on August 23, 2026, saw a unique procession featuring 22 rare Spyker sports cars. This replaced the traditional drivers’ parade, allowing each driver to engage with fans while showcasing Dutch automotive history. Spyker, a manufacturer with historical ties to Formula 1, celebrated its presence in the race by featuring a collection of its models. The event marks Zandvoort's final race before leaving the Formula 1 calendar following its return in 2021. The race weekend was branded as 'The Final Lap'.
- •22 Spyker cars replaced the usual drivers' parade at the Dutch GP.
- •Each driver participated in individual Spykers during the procession.
- •Spyker has historical ties to Formula 1, competing in 2007.
- •Zandvoort will leave the F1 calendar after the 2026 season.
- •The event was part of a farewell weekend branded 'The Final Lap'.
- 12:29 PMYahoo Sports — F1 Drivers Parade Replaced by 22 Rare Dutch Supercars for Zandvoort Farewell
"The Dutch GP procession cars brought another part of the country’s motoring history to Zandvoort before Sunday’s Formula 1 race. All 22 drivers were taken around the 4.259-kilometer circuit in Spykers. The convoy of rare Dutch sports cars replaced the…
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