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Winners and losers from F1 Madring practice

Madrid’s debut F1 circuit ignites driver outrage, local pushback, and a split view on its safety and excitement.

By · Published September 12, 2026  19:29 UTC · Updated September 15, 2026  22:36 UTC

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The Madring debut was widely regarded as disappointing, with limited overtaking, a “massive missed opportunity,” and even the Spanish Grand Prix’s top three classified among those dissatisfied, while eleven activists were arrested after a protest attempt. Discussion of needed circuit fixes and the crucial role of Turn 12 continued, but coverage ended without a definitive resolution.

Epilogue added 44d ago, after coverage quieted.

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Motorsport.com added that the layout posed a ‘high risk’ and could generate ‘chaos’ during sessions. ESPN quoted Kimi Antonelli joking that he was ‘driving like a grandmother’ on the opening stages. Max Verstappen said Formula One should consult drivers on new circuits and, in a separate Yahoo Sports piece, labelled the lack of overtaking on the Madrid track ‘BS’.

Formula 1 published team statements, and The Race compiled further commentary on the practice outcomes. Some outlets stress the venue’s novelty and safety concerns, whereas ESPN and Yahoo Sports highlight Verstappen’s criticism and Yahoo.com reports locals campaigning to halt the event over noise and disruption worries. The Race’s later piece reiterates the practice’s winners and losers, underscoring the split view of the circuit’s prospects.

The track remains scheduled for the Spanish Grand Prix despite the debate.

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The obvious questions

What were the results of the Madring practice session?

Early reports from The Race identified which teams achieved top‑times and which struggled, establishing a clear list of winners and losers from the session.

What specific concerns have drivers voiced about the new Madrid circuit?

Max Verstappen said drivers should be consulted on new circuits and criticized the Madrid layout for a lack of overtaking, calling it ‘BS’. Kimi Antonelli also joked about the opening stages, describing his driving as ‘like a grandmother.’

What local opposition is mentioned regarding the Spanish Grand Prix?

Yahoo.com reported that locals are trying to shut down the event, citing concerns about noise and disruption caused by the new race.

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