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“What the F**k is Lewis Doing?”: George Russell Goes Ballistic on Hamilton
Tension erupts in the Mercedes garage after George Russell calls out Lewis Hamilton's strange behavior in the Spanish GP qualifying.
Lewis Hamilton Finds Lucky Omen at Spanish GP Amidst Mercedes’ Rumored Plots to Sabotage His Race
Lewis Hamilton's lookalike arrived at the Spanish GP and his video has gone viral over social media like wildfire.
Lance Stroll Faces Heat After Taking a Page Out of Sebastian Vettel’s “Notebook” in Lewis Hamilton Incident
Despite the FIA only giving Lance Stroll a reprimand for the Spanish GP incident with Lewis Hamilton in FP3, fans' backlash intensifies.
1 Year After Shakira Breakup, Lewis Hamilton Receives Cheeky Jibe From George Russell
Lewis Hamilton and George Russell was pulling each other's legs at a Mercedes event when Russell mentioned Lewis' former love for Shakira.
Helmut Marko Promises Special Attention to Toto Wolff and Co’s “Important Issue” at Spanish GP
Helmut Marko has revealed he is going to personally address concerns about Mercedes using flexi-wings by keeping an eye on them.
“Professional Pickpocket” Lando Norris Makes “Shirtless” Demand After George Russell’s Blunder
Lando Norris has put George Russell's access card on sale for serious buyers with the condition that they must be 'shirtless'
Lewis Hamilton’s Endearing Gesture for Pride Month Bravely Overcomes FIA’s Rules at Spanish GP
Lewis Hamilton has made a big statement by sporting a custom LGBTQIA+ themed helmet at the Spanish GP 2024.
Fernando Alonso Labeled a “Hammer” as F1 CEO Sends Subtle Message to Aston Martin
With Fernando Alonso returns to the Spanish GP, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali suggests Aston Martin to give the veteran a winning car
F1 Spanish GP 2024: What is the Weather Forecast for Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya?
Here's everything you need to know about the weather conditions at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya during the Spanish GP 2024.
Amid Red Bull Accusations, James Allison Downplays the Front Wing Effect in Mercedes’ Revamped Pace
Mercedes Technical Director James Allison diverts the world's focus away from their front wing upgrade after Red Bull questions its legality.
Helmut Marko Openly Makes Fishy Mercedes Front Wing Claim Ahead of the Spanish GP
After Red Bull's unofficial complaint about Mercedes' new front wing in Canada, Helmut Marko explains the key issue before the Spanish GP.
Toto Wolff and Co. Rumored to Get Major Boost for Spanish GP After Eye Opening Canadian GP
Toto Wolff's Mercedes is rumored to have new floor upgrades coming up to push their performance further at the upcoming Spanish GP.
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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.
