More Spanish Grand Prix News
Despite Absence in Spain, Lando Norris’ Rumored GF Joins Special Evening Out
Sparking further rumors of their romance amongst the fans, Lando Norris was spotted with alleged GF Magui Corceiro on a special evening.
Toto Wolff’s “Arrogance” Extended Mercedes’ Struggles, Suggests Ex-Ferrari Boss
Peter Windsor revealed he offered a helping hand to Mercedes when they were struggling, but was rejected by Toto Wolff.
“I Am Leaving Anyway”: Carlos Sainz’s Psyche in Final Year With Ferrari Dissected After Sour Charles Leclerc Battle
Carlos Sainz finds support from Natalie Pinkham after ugly Spanish GP battle with teammate Charles Leclerc divides Ferrari.
Lewis Hamilton’s Spanish GP Podium Covers Up Toto Wolff and Co’s Big Problem at Mercedes
Peter Windsor highlights strategic failures at Mercedes amidst Hamilton's podium finish, questioning their ability to maintain contention.
Max Verstappen Will Fulfil Lando Norris’ “Nostradamusesque” Prophecy in Every Race After Spanish GP, F1 Pundit Suggests
F1 pundit recalls how McLaren racer Lando Norris foretold the Spanish GP outcome and it came true as he himself got beaten by Max Verstappen.
Christian Horner And Helmut Marko Gang Up to Send Stern Message to Deal With Sergio Perez “Weakness”
Sergio Perez has nowhere to hide as Christian Horner and Helmut Marko highlight his severe underperformance after the Spanish GP.
Fred Vasseur Recreates Mattia Binotto’s Ferrari, as F1 Pundit Delivers Menacing Carlos Sainz-Charles Leclerc Verdict
F1 veteran claims Ferrari's current Team Principal Fred Vasseur has failed to bring the team victory just like predecessor Mattia Binotto.
Carlos Sainz Gave Charles Leclerc a Taste of His Own Medicine, Spanish Media Cites Ferrari Policy Amidst Public Feud
Spanish media dives in to defend Carlos Sainz after Charles Leclerc blamed him for Ferrari's Spanish GP failure
Lando Norris’ “Unbelievably Hairy” Battle With George Russell Makes Helmut Marko’s Cheeky Championship Prediction Come True
After a neck to neck battle against George Russell, Lando Norris emerges victorious, however Max Verstappen takes the win at the Spanish GP.
George Russell Teaches Lewis Hamilton Sensible Racing as F1 Pundit Recalls Max Verstappen’s Horrific 3-Year-Old Crash
Peter Windsor brings back a blast from the past pointing out George Russell as more sensible than Lewis Hamilton in a similar situation
Lewis Hamilton Chides F1 for Making Silly “Bob Marley” Mistake
Lewis Hamilton has a friendly complain with F1 for suing some strange music to the social media post while he laid listening to Bob Marley
“I Couldn’t Stay Behind Him All My Life”: Outbound Carlos Sainz Hits Back at Charles Leclerc’s Public Rant
Carlos Sainz responds to Charles Leclerc's rant after the Spanish Grand Prix saying that he can not always be behind the Monegasque.
About Spanish Grand Prix
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Formula One F1 - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain - August 14, 2020 Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel during practice | Courtesy: REUTERS/Albert Gea/Pool
Spanish Grand Prix 2021 - Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track
The Spanish Grand Prix has been in operation long before Formula One even began. The first-ever race was back in 1913, won by Carlos Salamance in a Rolls Royce. However, the Spanish GP only found a home in Catalunya from 1991 onwards.
Lewis Hamilton won the 2021 Spanish Grand Prix ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas.
PAST WINNERS
| Nigel Mansell | 1991, 1992 |
| Alain Prost | 1993 |
| Damon Hill | 1994 |
| Michael Schumacher | 1995, 1996, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Jacques Villeneuve | 1997 |
| Mika Hakkinen | 1998, 1999, 2000 |
| Kimi Raikkonen | 2005, 2008 |
| Fernando Alonso | 2005, 2013 |
| Felipe Massa | 2007 |
| Jenson Button | 2009 |
| Mark Webber | 2010 |
| Sebastian Vettel | 2011 |
| Pastor Maldonado | 2012 |
| Lewis Hamilton | 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Nico Rosberg | 2015 |
| Max Verstappen | 2016 |
Circuit Information
The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is situated in Montmelo. It is characterized by long straights and a decent mix of corners. The track's seating capacity stands at 140,700 and it has an FIA Grade 1 license.
The circuit length is 4.655 km, and the race is normally 66 laps long. This covers a distance of 307.104 km at an average time of 1:35:29.972.
Overtaking Hotspots
Of course, the main straight is a prime overtaking spot as it is a kilometer long and a DRS zone. So, there are plenty of slipstreaming opportunities. Just at the end of the straight is a right-left sequence, which can provide decent action.
This is followed by a long sweeping right-hander, and another chance to pounce. The next chance to overtake is at Turn 5, where drivers head downhill and can dive down the inside.
Another excellent overtaking hotspot is at the end of the back straight, another DRS zone. Finally, there is the 200kph final corner, where many a race has been won or lost.
