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Fernando Alonso has expressed confidence that the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya will remain part of the F1 calendar, despite Madrid taking over as host of the Spanish Grand Prix from 2026.
Fernando Alonso is confident that the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya will stay on the Formula 1 calendar, despite Madrid taking over the Spanish Grand Prix hosting from 2026. He has a strong connection to the track, participating in his 22nd Grand Prix there, where he first raced as an F1 rookie in 2001 and has achieved two victories. Although Barcelona will lose its Spanish GP status next year, with its long-term future uncertain, Madrid’s new street circuit will host the event until at least 2035.
Alonso emphasized Barcelona’s significance in F1 as a traditional circuit and testing venue where history has been made. With modifications to improve overtaking, such as removing a chicane in the final sector in 2023, Barcelona continues to meet F1 standards and remains an integral part of team preparations. The driver believes the track will endure for decades to come, highlighting its importance in the sport and expressing confidence in its continued presence on the calendar.
