More Dutch Grand Prix News
“Team Made the Wrong Decision”: Lewis Hamilton Pins the Blame on Mercedes While Toto Wolff Issues Contradictory Statement
After a dismal Dutch GP for the brackley stable, Lewis Hamilton contradicts boss Toto Wolff to pin the blame on Mercedes.
McLaren Boss Sweeps Lando Norris’ Public Outburst Under the Carpet With a 4-Word Threat
McLaren's shambolic strategic state in Zandvoort led to Lando Norris losing his cool, but his team principal reinstilled hope in the Brit.
“Normal Day at Ferrari”: Scenes of Total Incompetence Infuriate Tifosi as Charles Leclerc’s Misery Continues
Under heavy rain at the Dutch GP, a normal day at Ferrari captures the ongoing struggles of Charles Leclerc, leaving Tifosi vexed by the side's turmoil.
$218,000,000 Gamble Starts to Pay Dividends as Pierre Gasly & Esteban Ocon Steady Alpine’s Topsy Turvy Ship
Alpine's $218M investment shows early promise, with changes in leadership and renewed on-track vigor from drivers Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon.
“We Could Have Taken on Max”: Lewis Hamilton Dismisses Raw Data to Give Shocking Verstappen Analysis
After a disappointing Dutch GP, Lewis Hamilton makes a surprising Max Verstappen analysis while dismissing the available data.
Throwing Son’s Safety Out, Oscar Piastri’s Mother Makes Special Request to FIA for Exciting Racing
When the FIA pulled all the stops to ensure drivers' safety at a rain-affected Dutch GP, why did Oscar Piastri's mother want the opposite?
Refusing to “Sugarcoat” Fatal Error, Lewis Hamilton Lashes Out at Mercedes Over Toto Wolff’s Bleak Assessment
Lewis Hamilton's raw emotions are laid bare as he confronts Mercedes candidly, pushing back on Toto Wolff's stark analysis of a fatal error.
Toto Wolff Shoots “Catastrophic” Statement After Lewis Hamilton & George Russell Suffer Painful Outcome
After George Russell and Lewis Hamilton painful suffering at the Dutch GP, Toto Wolff comes out with a catastrophic statement
Zak Brown Shamelessly Resorts to Excuses After Lando Norris Aired McLaren’s Dirty Laundry in the Open
After Lando Norris was let down by the team at the Dutch GP, McLaren CEO Zak Brown chose to rely on excuses instead of assuming his guilt.
“Are You F**king Stupid?”: Lando Norris’ X Rated Radio Exchange Exposes Zak Brown & Co.’s Shambolic State
Another race with changing weather conditions, another bad showing by McLaren. This time, it lead to a fiery outburst by Lando Norris.
5 Mercedes Slip Ups Exposed as Lewis Hamilton Faces the Brunt of Disastrous Decision Making
After encountering horrific-decision making by Mercedes over the Dutch GP weekend, Lewis Hamilton returns home utterly humiliated.
Fernando Alonso Learns From Lando Norris’ $40,000 Blunder to Take Cautious Approach With Max Verstappen’s Historic Possession
After Lando Norris' costly mistake with Max Verstappen's prized possession, Fernando Alonso erred on the side of caution at the Dutch GP.
About Dutch Grand Prix
Dutch Grand Prix- 2021 Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track
The Dutch Grand Prix is a special event for multiple reasons. Firstly, it comprises a track that’s a rollercoaster for F1 cars.
Secondly, it’s located right along the North Sea coastline, making for a fun-filled event. It also serves as the base for millions of members of the ‘Orange Army.'
Officially, the Zandvoort race marks F1’s return to Holland after nearly three decades. On an honest note, the Dutch Grand Prix truly revolves around one man –Max Verstappen.
The Red Bull star’s meteoric rise in F1 has resulted in a significant rise in interest among the Dutch for the motorsport.
The original track at Zandvoort paid little attention to important details like safety and viability. Back then, there were no proper barriers or mechanisms in place to properly hold a full-fledged F1 race.
Redesigned with Armco and race-ready tarmac, the Zandvoort track hosted the F1 circus during the 70s and 80s before shutting shop in 1985. Niki Lauda won in ’85 for McLaren in what was then the final Dutch Grand Prix.
Fast forward to 2019, and F1 announced its return to Holland for the following season. The hype was real, but sadly, COVID wreaked havoc on the 2020 calendar.
However, the Dutch Grand Prix has made it's return to the calender this year, with the race weekend set to take place from 3 to 5 September.
Past Winners
| NAME | NATIONALITY | YEAR |
| JIM CLARK | BRITISH | 1963, 1964, 1965, 1967 |
| JACKIE STEWART | BRITISH | 1968, 1969, 1973 |
| NIKI LAUDA | AUSTRIAN | 1974, 1977, 1985 |
| ALBERTO ASCARI | ITALIAN | 1952, 1953 |
| JACK BRABHAM | AUSTRALIAN | 1960, 1966 |
| JAMES HUNT | BRITISH | 1975, 1976 |
| ALAIN PROST | FRENCH | 1981, 1984 |
Past Constructors Winners
| MANUFACTURER | YEAR |
| Ferrari | 1952, 1953, 1961,1971, 1974,1977, 1982,1983 |
| Lotus | 1963, 1964, 1965, 1967, 1970, 1978 |
| McLaren | 1976, 1984, 1985 |
| BRM | 1959, 1962 |
| Matra | 1968, 1969 |
| Brabham | 1966, 1980 |
Dutch Grand Prix Circuit Details
For time immemorial, the Dutch Grand Prix has always been hosted at the circuit of Zandvoort. The track is measured to be 4.259-kilometers in length. With a sprint length of 306.648 kilometers, the course needs 72 laps to be fully covered.
While it currently comprises 14 turns, it had 19 turns when it was first inaugurated. The grid, well known for its extremely well-developed corners and chicanes, makes the task of gaining speed rather hard. It has gone through extremes of remodeling to become the exciting grid that it is at present.
In addition to the several changes it has gone through, the modified circuit has also got new grandstands and a new pit building. The most contesting turn is the Tarzanbocht, i.e. Turn 1. The final turn of the circuit called Arie Luyendyk can also be considered to be a very challenging corner since it has a very steep curve.
Dutch Grand Prix Tickets
The tickets for 2021 are mostly available on the official F1 website.
Fatal Accidents at the Dutch Grand Prix
Circuit Park Zandvoort has witnessed several accidents. Some were so fatal that they drove a few audience members to the point of unconsciousness.
Several drivers have suffered accidents over the years but the ones that stand out are Hendrik Dik on March 22, 1952; Wim Gerlach June 10, 1957; Werner Engel April 30, 1958; Ian Raby November 7, 1967; Chris Lambert, July 28, 1968; Piers Courage June 21, 1970; Rob Slotemaker July 29,1979; Hans Georg Berger, July 20, 1980.
Apart from these, another iconic mishap happened with the F1 motorist Roger Williamson on July 29, 1973. It was an unexpected accident where his splintered tires caused his cockpit to hit the barriers, causing a fire breakdown and an unforgettable scene.
A quick look at the Dutch Grand Prix
| FOUNDED | 1948 |
| FIRST HELD | 1948 |
| LAPS | 72 |
| LAST RACE- POLE POSITION PODIUM | 1985 NELSON PIQUET (1:11.074) 3. AYRTON SENNA (+48.491) 2. ALAIN PROST (+0.232) 1. NIKI LAUDA (1:32:29.263) |
| MOST WINNERS | JIM CLARK-4 TIMES |
| MOST CONSTRUCTOR’S WINNERS | FERRARI-9 TIMES |
| CIRCUIT DETAILS- CIRCUIT LENGTH RACE LENGTH | 4.259 km 306.648 km |
| WHERE TO WATCH | PIT GRANDSTAND CHAMPIONS CLUB HAIRPIN GRANDSTAND 1 AND 2 ARENA GRANDSTAND 1 F1 PADDOCK CLUB |
| TICKETS | Formula One Website |
| T.V TELECAST, LIVE STREAMING | Dutch Grand Prix 2021 - F1 Race |
