F1 drivers reflect on loss of old school Zandvoort circuit
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 7:26 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Dutch Grand Prix continues at Zandvoort this weekend, marking the sixth race at the historic venue since its return to the F1 calendar. Drivers, including Max Verstappen's peers, express sadness about leaving the cramped circuit, which has become a staple since its revival in 2021. The end of this era stirs nostalgia for the traditional layout and fan atmosphere characteristic of Zandvoort. Discussions around the future of the circuit may take shape as the F1 community processes this change.
- •Zandvoort hosts its sixth Dutch Grand Prix this weekend.
- •Drivers express sorrow over leaving the historic circuit.
- •Zandvoort's revival began in 2021 with Max Verstappen's influence.
- •Nostalgia surrounds the end of the 'old school' racing experience.
- •Future discussions on circuit replacements may emerge.
- 7:26 AMMotorsport.com — Dune and dusted - F1 drivers mourn "old school" Zandvoort loss
- 7:26 AMYahoo Sports — Dune and dusted - F1 drivers mourn "old school" Zandvoort loss
"As little as 10 years ago, few could have predicted Formula 1 would ever return to the cramped, old school Zandvoort circuit. But having enjoyed an annual invitation to Max Verstappen's popular house party since 2021, his peers are now sad to bid farewell to the Dutch dunes. This weekend, Zandvoort is hosting its sixth Dutch Grand Prix in the modern era after Verstappen's unprecedented ...Keep reading
"On the eve of the Dutch Grand Prix's Formula 1 swansong, drivers are waving goodbye to one of their favourite circuits on the calendar
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 22, 2026, 7:26 AMDune and dusted - F1 drivers mourn "old school" Zandvoort loss
As little as 10 years ago, few could have predicted Formula 1 would ever return to the cramped, old school Zandvoort circuit. But having enjoyed an annual invitation to Max Verstappen's popular house party since 2021, his peers are now sad to bid farewell to the Dutch dunes. This weekend, Zandvoort is hosting its sixth Dutch Grand Prix in the modern era after Verstappen's unprecedented ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 7:26 AMDune and dusted - F1 drivers mourn "old school" Zandvoort loss
On the eve of the Dutch Grand Prix's Formula 1 swansong, drivers are waving goodbye to one of their favourite circuits on the calendar
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