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Fernando Alonso’s F1 Return Harder Than It Looks: Raikkonen
Fernando Alonso has not had a fairytale return to Formula 1 so far. However, Kimi Raikkonen thinks that everyone would do it if it was easy.
“We Are Very, Very Excited”- Fernando Alonso Signals Big Developments at Alpine F1
Fernando Alonso is very excited for the new couple of F1 races after seeing the progress of Alpine in Portimao and Barcelona.
Nikita Mazepin Against F1 Gentlemen’s Agreement Following the Norris Incident During Spanish GP Qualifying
Haas F1 rookie driver, Nikita Mazepin, voices out against F1's gentlemen's agreement after suffering grid penalty for impeding Lando Norris.
Spanish GP: Max Verstappen Happy to Settle for Second After Hamilton’s Masterclass
Max Verstappen just missed out on denying Lewis Hamilton a chance to grab his 100th pole position but the Dutchman is not complaining.
Serena Williams Congratulates Close F1 Pal Lewis Hamilton on Making History in Barcelona
Serena Williams congratulated F1 driver Lewis Hamilton after the Mercedes ace notched a historic 100th pole during qualifying at Spanish GP.
Spanish GP: Daniel Ricciardo Compares Qualifying to Monza 2019 F1 Debacle
Daniel Ricciardo was left frustrated during Q3 in Barcelona after he couldn't run his final lap because of traffic, just like 2019 Italian GP.
Spanish GP: Red Bull Explain How Lewis Hamilton Beat Max Verstappen To Barcelona Pole
Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko explained how Max Verstappen lost out on pole to Lewis Hamilton because of an error at Barcelona.
Spanish GP: Mazepin Suffers Lando Norris’ Wrath After Qualifying Blunder
McLaren F1 driver, Lando Norris, blames Nikita Mazepin's Q1 blunder for his poor lap time in Q3 during the qualifying session in Barcelona.
Yuki Tsunoda Questions AlphaTauri After Spanish GP Q1 Exit: “It’s the Same Car, but…”
AlphaTauri rookie Yuki Tsunoda is confused by the difference in performance to teammate Pierre Gasly and hinted it may be due to their F1 car.
Spanish GP: Lewis Hamilton Reveals Battling ‘Anxiety’ Before Spectacular 100th Pole Lap
Mercedes F1 driver, Lewis Hamilton, opens up about why he struggled to set a decent laptime through Q1 and Q2 during qualifying in Spain.
Aston Martin F1’s Upgrades a ‘Step Forward’: Vettel
Sebastian Vettel believes the new upgrades ahead of the Spanish GP can boost his performance. Could this weekend be a turning point for him?
Spanish GP: Ricciardo Still Lacking ‘Confidence’ Amid McLaren F1 Struggles
Daniel Ricciardo seems to lack pace as of late, with just 16 points from the first 3 races. Does his lack of confidence play a part in it?
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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.
