Spain Adds Madrid Grand Prix for 2026 F1 Season

The 2026 Formula 1 season will feature 24 races, including the debut of the Madrid Grand Prix alongside the traditional Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, making Spain the host of two F1 events that year. The Barcelona race is scheduled for June 12-14, while the new Madrid Grand Prix is set for September 11-13, pending FIA approval of the circuit. The Madrid race will include both street and non-street sectors and is expected to close the European segment of the calendar. The 2026 season will also mark a significant shift with new aerodynamic and power unit regulations, the introduction of 100% sustainable fuel, and the entry of new manufacturers like Cadillac, Audi, and Ford, expanding the grid. The Madrid Grand Prix project has faced criticism over environmental concerns and financial transparency, despite promises of significant economic benefits including job creation and tourism revenue. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali highlighted the season as a fresh era of innovation and competition for the sport.