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Formula 1 drivers encounter new Madrid circuit around IFEMA complex

4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 10:58 PM

Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Formula 1 drivers encounter new Madrid circuit around IFEMA complex
Summary

Formula 1 completed its first track sessions at the circuit built around the IFEMA complex in Madrid. The debut arrival at the venue sparked concern regarding potential chaos given the difficulty of the track layout. While support categories F3 and F2 experienced several crashes and at least one vehicle fire during the event, the Formula 1 field saw fewer incidents. The only reported impact for an F1 car during these initial sessions involved a crash for Arvid Lindblad. Paddock observers had previously speculated the track might be a car killer, but initial data indicates the circuit has not reached that threshold. The event continues as teams gather data on the new Spanish Grand Prix location.

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Key Details
  • •The circuit is located around the IFEMA complex in Madrid.
  • •F3 and F2 sessions featured multiple crashes and a vehicle fire.
  • •Arvid Lindblad recorded the only F1 crash during the sessions.
  • •Initial concerns that the circuit would be a car killer remain unverified.
Latest Updates
  • 10:58 PMMotorsport.com — Max Verstappen on how to fix new Madrid F1 circuit: "If they give me the track map…" - motorsport.com
  • 6:18 PMAutosport — F1 drivers criticise Madrid circuit, Verstappen laughs: "I'll sort it out"
  • 6:00 PMMotorsport.com — Max Verstappen’s short but telling reaction to F1’s new Madrid circuit
What they're saying
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While the Formula 2 and Formula 3 races around the IFEMA complex in Madrid have produced several crashes, the chaos in Formula 1 has so far remained limited. Nevertheless, criticism from the drivers emerged after qualifying in the Spanish capital.Over a single flying lap, the circuit is considered entertaining – although polesitter Lando Norris said the thrill certainly cannot be compared ...Keep reading

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Formula 1’s first encounter with the circuit around the IFEMA complex in Madrid has produced less chaos than some in the paddock may have feared. While the F3 and F2 sessions have seen several crashes and even a car going up in flames, the only F1 incident so far at the Spanish Grand Prix has been a crash for Arvid Lindblad. For now, then, the Madring has not proved to be a ‘car killer’ ...Keep reading

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Verstappen says the new Madring offers no overtaking opportunities at all. He also agrees with Lando Norris that the extremely long pitlane has not been properly thought through

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