Jump to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleKieran JacksonFriday 11 September 2026 10:02 BSTF1 drivers expect 'challenge' from new Madring circuit at Spanish GPThe Spanish Grand Prix is hosting Formula 1's newest venue, the 22-turn 'Madring' street circuit located in Madrid.Drivers George Russell, Lando Norris and Max Verstappen have warned that the high-risk track poses a significant challenge and could be a potential car killer.The circuit combines tight walls and blind corners with high-speed sections similar to Jeddah and heavy braking zones like Baku, making overtaking difficult.Concerns have been raised over potential crashes after an August Formula 3 test session at the circuit resulted in 20 red flags.Formula 1 is set to welcome back Portugal and Turkey to the calendar in 2027, with a decision on this season's Middle East races expected within a week.In fullWelcome to the ‘car-killer’ Madring: F1’s ‘craziest circuit’ debuts as drivers warn of big crashesMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in