Lewis Hamilton’s “Classic” F1 Request Gets Vindication As F1 Top Dog Provides Clarification on the Incessant Street Track Fever

Madrid and Barcelona, two iconic cities in Spain, have long been entwined with the world of Formula 1. The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has played host to the Spanish Grand Prix since 1991, leaving a rich legacy in the motorsport realm. Meanwhile, rumors of a potential street track in Madrid have sparked discussions about the coexistence of these races. And Lewis Hamilton clearly has his favorite and raised a request.

Domenicali acknowledged the interest of Madrid in hosting a Grand Prix and indicated that a decision would be made in the coming months. However, he cast doubt on the feasibility of having two races in the same country, particularly in Europe, after 2026, unless significant changes occur.

Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula 1, expressed skepticism about the possibility of both Madrid and Barcelona hosting Grand Prix races on the calendar, while Lewis Hamilton voiced his support for the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya amid rumors of a potential street track in Madrid. “I don’t want to rule out Madrid and Barcelona rotating on the calendar, but it’s not the focus of the discussion. You have to understand how the two projects want to evolve,” Domenicali stated, as quoted by AS.com.

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Hamilton, a six-time Grand Prix winner at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, emphasized his desire to see the iconic track remain on the Formula 1 calendar. Having been a venue for the Spanish Grand Prix and extensively used for testing since 1991, Barcelona holds a significant place in the sport’s history.

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Referring to circuits like Budapest and Silverstone, which offer thrilling races, Hamilton emphasized the importance of preserving the sport’s heritage and maintaining the pillars that define Formula 1.

“I don’t think I’d want to lose Barcelona. One, I love the city. But the track, I do think it’s important that we keep some of the classic circuits, at least the ones that provide great racing,” Hamilton expressed.

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For the 2023 Grand Prix in Barcelona, Formula 1 made modifications to the circuit, removing the chicane in the final sector and reverting to the layout used before 2007. Hamilton lauded the decision, expressing his preference for the faster configuration and optimism about the race’s excitement.