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F1’s Spanish Grand Prix could have a new home in Madrid from 2026.
Veteran F1 journalist Joe Saward reports that the Spanish GP will move to a new track in Madrid, rather than being held in Barcelona. The new circuit will be located near the IFEMA convention centre, close to Barajas Airport. This 10-year deal marks the end of Barcelona’s regular appearance on the F1 calendar. The Madrid circuit will be a semi-permanent venue, similar to Montreal and Melbourne, but not a complete street circuit like Monaco or Singapore. This move aligns with F1’s recent trend of adding more street or city races, including Saudi Arabia, Miami, and Las Vegas. Organizers are optimistic that Fernando Alonso, a two-time world champion, will continue to compete in 2026.
