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Madrid Shift: F1 Adds New Circuit to 2026 Calendar

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A pack of Formula One cars battles for position at the start of a Grand Prix race. Leading the group are McLaren, Red Bull, and Mercedes cars, followed closely by Ferrari, Aston Martin, and other teams. The cars are on a wide tarmac track with red and white curbs, under bright daylight.

Madrid to Join F1 Circuit as Formula One Unveils 2026 Race Calendar

Formula One is set to shake up its race calendar in 2026, announcing a new Grand Prix in Madrid while retaining the long-standing race in Barcelona—meaning Spain will now host two events in a single season.

A Ferrari Formula One car, driven by Charles Leclerc (#16), speeds through a tight corner on a street circuit. The front wheels are lifted slightly off the ground as the car clips the red and yellow curb. Track marshals and photographers watch from behind safety barriers.
Ferrari’s Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc drives during the second practice session for the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix at the Circuit de Monaco, on May 23, 2025, two days ahead of the race. (Photo by Gabriel BOUYS / AFP)

The 2026 season, unveiled Tuesday, will open in Melbourne, Australia, from March 6 to 8. The new Madrid Grand Prix, scheduled for September 11 to 13, will close out the European leg of the season. Unlike traditional circuits, the Madrid layout will mix street and non-street sections, bringing a fresh dynamic to the series.

A McLaren Formula One car, painted in striking orange and black, navigates a high-speed corner on a racetrack with red and white curbs. The car is low to the ground, hugging the apex with precision.
McLaren’s Australian driver Oscar Piastri competes in the qualification session at the Circuit de Catalunya in Montmelo, on the outskirts of Barcelona, during the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix on May 31, 2025. (Photo by Pierre-Philippe MARCOU / AFP)

The full calendar spans 24 race weekends, wrapping up in Abu Dhabi on December 4 to 6. To streamline travel logistics, organizers have reshuffled some dates, with the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal now following Miami in May.

A Formula One driver wearing a colorful helmet and a black Mercedes-AMG Petronas racing suit walks through the pit lane. The helmet features vibrant red, green, and blue accents along with sponsor logos. The background shows blurred team personnel and garage equipment.
Mercedes’ Italian driver Kimi Antonelli walks back through the pit lane after crashing during qualifying for the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix at the Circuit de Monaco, on May 24, 2025. (Photo by Andrej ISAKOVIC / POOL / AFP)

Next year’s season is expected to mark a transformative chapter for the sport. Alongside the debut of the Cadillac team—raising the total to 11—Formula One will also adopt major rule changes in car aerodynamics and power unit design.

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said the changes represent a “significant new chapter” in Formula One, with new races, new teams, and new manufacturers signaling a new era of innovation and competition.

2026 Formula One Calendar Highlights:

  • Season Opener: March 6–8 – Melbourne, Australia
  • Midseason Europe: June 12–14 – Barcelona, Spain | September 11–13 – Madrid, Spain
  • Triple USA Stops: Miami (May 1–3), Austin (Oct 23–25), Las Vegas (Nov 19–21)
  • Season Finale: December 4–6 – Abu Dhabi, UAE

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