Key takeaways
- Geographic proximity: Real Madrid City is located just 200 meters from the northern entrance of the new Madring street circuit in Valdebebas.
- Facility integration: Key club infrastructure will support race weekend operations, incorporating hospitality areas for club legends and special guests.
- Historical debut: The Spanish GP takes place September 11–13, 2026, marking the first time F1, F2, and F3 race on the capital’s new street layout.
Real Madrid has officially partnered with Formula 1 as a local sponsor for the inaugural 2026 Spanish Grand Prix at the new Madring street circuit.
The agreement bridges Spain’s most successful football club with one of global motorsport’s premier events. A key driver of the partnership is the physical proximity between the track and Real Madrid’s official training complex. A distance of just 200 meters separates the main entrance of Real Madrid City from the northern sector of the Madring layout in Valdebebas.
“Real Madrid joins the Spanish GP as a local event supporter for its first edition at Madring, held from September 11–13,” race organizers confirmed in an official statement. “The agreement brings together the most successful football club with one of the most prestigious international sporting events. Real Madrid City and the northern sector of Madring are immediate neighbors in Valdebebas, a proximity that will be especially evident across the Grand Prix weekend.“
The club’s 120-hectare complex—which houses training facilities for its men’s, women’s, youth, and basketball teams, alongside the Alfredo Di Stéfano Stadium—will have portions incorporated into race operations. Real Madrid will also host dedicated hospitality suites along the circuit, featuring appearances from club legends and current stars.
The announcement comes directly after mid-season testing for Formula 3 at the Madring layout, where drivers got their first taste of La Monumental, the circuit’s signature banked turn.
The alliance arrives amidst a busy period on the 2026 calendar, following Toto Wolff dismissing driver tension at Mercedes after Zandvoort team orders, Lewis Hamilton demanding better weekend execution from Ferrari ahead of Monza, and Honda reaffirming its commitment to F1 amid potential V8 engine discussions.
Formula 1 resumes track action from September 4–6 at Monza for the Italian Grand Prix (Round 13) before heading directly to capital ground for the Spanish Grand Prix from September 11–13. GRANDE PRÊMIO provides complete live coverage of every session across all categories. Follow all updates on our news page.
World Championship Standings (Top 5 after Dutch GP)
| Pos | Driver | Team | Engine | Points |
| 1 | Andrea Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | Mercedes | 242 |
| 2 | George Russell | Mercedes | Mercedes | 183 |
| 3 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | Ferrari | 183 |
| 4 | Lando Norris | McLaren | Mercedes | 159 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | Ferrari | 155 |
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
1. Where is the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix being held?
The 2026 Spanish Grand Prix takes place on the newly constructed Madring street circuit surrounding IFEMA and Valdebebas in Madrid.
2. How close is Real Madrid City to the Madring circuit?
Real Madrid City is located just 200 meters away from the northern entrance of the Madring street circuit.
3. What dates will the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix take place?
The event will run from September 11–13, 2026, serving as the 14th round of the World Championship season.
