Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Madrid Debuts in 2026 F1 Calendar
Formula 1 has announced its 2026 calendar.
Madrid will host a race for the first time, while Imola will no longer be on the schedule.
The season will have 24 races, including six sprint events.
It starts in Melbourne and ends in Abu Dhabi.
Two races, in Azerbaijan and Las Vegas, will be held on Saturdays.
The schedule has been adjusted to make travel easier for teams and fans.
This is an exciting time for Formula 1 fans around the world!
Madrid will debut in the 2026 F1 calendar, while Imola will be removed.
The season will feature 24 Grands Prix and six sprint events.
The season starts in Melbourne on March 6 and ends in Abu Dhabi on December 6.
Two races, in Azerbaijan and Las Vegas, will be held on Saturdays.
The schedule has been reshuffled to improve logistics and travel.
- Who
- Formula 1
- What
- Announced 2026 calendar with Madrid debut and Imola exit
- When
- Starting March 6, 2026
- Where
- Global venues, starting in Melbourne
- Why
- To expand the championship and optimize logistics
- Season Start
- March 6, 2026
- Season End
- December 6, 2026
- Total Races
- 24 Grands Prix
- Sprint Events
- 6
- New Venue
- Madrid
- Removed Venue
- Imola
- Saturday Races
- Azerbaijan and Las Vegas