The new Formula 1 circuit in Madrid, Madring, has had a successful debut. Andrea Kimi Antonelli won the inaugural race, marking a milestone for the city after 45 years without such competitions.
The debut of the Formula 1 circuit in Madrid, known as Madring, has been a great success with all tickets sold out. According to expansion.com, Andrea Kimi Antonelli from the Mercedes team was crowned the first winner on this new track, surpassing Max Verstappen and Lando Norris.
The event, which took place on Sunday, September 13, 2026, marked the return of Formula 1 to the Spanish capital after 45 years. The race was held in an atmosphere of great anticipation, with a total attendance of up to 130,000 daily visitors, of which it is estimated that 40% were foreigners. The organisation expects the Grand Prix to generate an economic impact of €467 million in the city, according to estimates from PwC.
Among the attendees were prominent figures such as King Felipe VI, who presented the trophy to the winner. The event also brought together celebrities from sports and entertainment, creating a festive atmosphere of great social relevance in the capital.
The new circuit, located around Ifema Madrid and Valdebebas, not only promises to be a point of attraction for motorsport fans but is also expected to become an important economic driver for the region for at least the next decade.
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