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Fernando Alonso Offered a ‘Home’ Job By Girlfriend Following Splendid Recovery Drive at Spanish GP
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Max Verstappen Narrates ‘Frustrating’ Spanish GP Despite Thumping Victory Against Leclerc
Red Bull's Max Verstappen won the Spanish Grand Prix under difficult circumstances. After tough fight with rivals, he emerged as the victor.
Sebastian Vettel Bites Back at Red Bull F1 Following Aston Martin B-Spec Accusation
Sebastian Vettel absolutely shunts a reporter after being questioned about the Aston Martin copying the Red Bull car claim.
The Disturbing Reality Behind Lando Norris’ Impeccable Race to F1 Points at the Spanish GP
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Lewis Hamilton Opens Up on Glorious Run From ‘No Man’s Land’ to P5 Spanish GP Finish
The Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton shares how he almost gave up on the Spanish GP to become the Driver of the Day after finishing P5.
Horner Comments on Max Verstappen’s ‘Road Rage’ Amid DRS Struggles at Spanish GP
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Chartbreaker Drake Left $230K Lighter After Charles Leclerc’s Spanish GP Tragedy
Charles Leclerc got caught in the crossfire of Drake's betting as he retired from the Spanish Grand Prix with a loss of power.
‘Disappointed’ Charles Leclerc Looks On as Rival Max Verstappen Claims 2022 F1 Driver’s Championship Lead
What could have been a dominating victory turned painful as Charles Leclerc's retirement allowed Max Verstappen to take the lead in 2022.
“Just Want to Understand…”: Sergio Perez Breaks Down Chilling In-Lap Radio to Red Bull F1 After Tainted Spanish GP
Sergio Perez talks about the Red Bull team orders which he wants to understand as they cost him the victory at the Spanish GP.
‘Disgraceful’ Red Bull Team Orders Conjure Painful Ferrari F1 Memories From 2002 Austrian GP
Max Verstappen finished first in Spain, but was helped by Red Bull's team orders. Fans compared the incident with the 2002 Austrian GP.
Who Is the Woman Representing Red Bull on the Spanish GP F1 Podium Alongside Verstappen, Perez & Russell?
Red Bull and Max Verstappen were joined by a special team member on the podium for Spanish Grand Prix. It marks a beautiful moment for them.
WATCH: Unwell Lando Norris Shares Proud Moment Alone After Baffling Spanish GP F1 Result
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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.
