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Madrid welcomes the return of Formula 1 after 45 years

The Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix returns to Madrid after 45 years, highlighting collaboration between Italy and Spain.

Álvaro Sáez Ferrer
Álvaro Sáez Ferrer
· 2 min read

The Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix returns to Madrid after 45 years, highlighting the progress in collaboration between Italy and Spain. This event aims to set a new standard for motorsport competitions.

The Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix will return to Madrid in 2026, marked by a meeting held at the Embassy of Italy in the capital, which brought together key figures from motorsport. The information, reported by expansion.com, highlights the role of the Italian Motor Valley in the global strategy of Formula 1.

The event, which will take place after 45 years of absence, was presented by Stefano Domenicali, president and CEO of Formula 1, and José Vicente de los Mozos, president of Ifema Madrid. Domenicali emphasized that Formula 1 has a global audience of nearly one billion people, underscoring the impact of the sport on culture and technology.

The Italian ambassador to Spain, Giuseppe Buccino Grimaldi, highlighted the importance of collaboration between the two countries, mentioning that in 2025, 71 billion euros were exchanged in bilateral trade.

De los Mozos emphasized the need to create an event that reflects the essence of Madrid, aiming to establish a new standard in Formula 1, and promised fans an exciting and unique experience. The arrival of Formula 1 in Madrid is seen as an opportunity to revive the passion for motorsport in the city.

Álvaro Sáez Ferrer

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