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Madrid hosts first Spanish Grand Prix at new street circuit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 4:23 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Madrid hosts first Spanish Grand Prix at new street circuit

Summary

The inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring street circuit took place in Madrid, attracting over 350,000 fans. Reigning world champion Lando Norris started off strong but faced a setback due to a virtual safety car, leading to a third-place finish. Kimi Antonelli claimed victory, extending his championship lead to 81 points. Fans enjoyed a variety of support races and interactive experiences throughout the weekend. Event organizers expressed a commitment to refine future races based on the newly established venue's dynamics.

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By the Numbers

•Madring circuit is 5.416 km long with 22 turns
•Lando Norris signed a contract extension with McLaren
•Kimi Antonelli leads the championship by 81 points
•Over 350,000 fans attended the first Grand Prix in Madrid
•Event organizers plan to learn from this weekend for future races

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4:23 PMYahoo Sports — What’s it like being a Formula 1 fan at a brand-new race? Madrid offers raw first-time experience

What they're saying

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A brand new street circuit, the ‘Madring’, hosted the Spanish Grand Prix and more than 350,000 fans for the first time – on a weekend of freshness and vibrancy in the sun-soaked north-east pocket of the Spanish capital
— Yahoo Sports

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