Formula 1 prepares for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix this weekend
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Formula 1 will hold the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix this weekend as part of its 2026 season European double-header. The circuit, known for its 4.657 km layout and 14 turns, has been a fixture since hosting its first event in 1991. The race distance will total 307.236 km over 66 laps. Changes to the track layout in 2023 have eliminated the chicane before the final corner, affecting racing dynamics. The venue will continue hosting Grands Prix on rotation with Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps until at least 2032.
- •Barcelona-Catalunya features a lap record of 1:15.743 set by Oscar Piastri in 2025.
- •The circuit's configuration favors long straights and various corner types.
- •Overtaking opportunities are limited, with Turn 1 as the primary passing zone.
- •The updated layout aligns with MotoGP configurations for better competitiveness.
- •The track has a history of significant racing moments, including famous rivalries.
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