The Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix, scheduled to take place in Madrid from 2026 to 2035, will also host the FIA Formula 2 and Formula 3 Championships. This ten-year agreement allows these support categories to be integrated into the heart of the competition, offering racing fans not only the excitement of high-level rallying, but also the chance to discover young talent on the path to Formula 1.
The contract was signed by Bruno Michel, CEO of FIA F2 and FIA F3, José Vicente de los Mozos, President of the Executive Committee of IFEMA MADRID, Daniel Martínez, Executive Vice President of IFEMA MADRID, and Luis García Abad, Managing Director of F1 IFEMA Madrid. Hosting Formula 2 and Formula 3 on the same weekend as the Formula 1 Grand Prix demonstrates the organizers’ commitment to an exceptional sporting and entertainment experience for aficionados.
The event will be held at the IFEMA MADRID circuit, located around the Exhibition Center and Valdebebas. The Formula 2 Championship, launched in 2017, succeeded the GP2 Series which had existed since 2005. Originally designed to support Formula 1 events and develop young talent, the GP2 series and its successor, F2, have played a key role in the development of F1 stars.
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton entered Formula 1 after winning GP2 in 2006. Other examples of this successful journey include Charles Leclerc (2017 F2 champion), George Russell (2018), Oscar Piastri (2017). 2021) and Franco Colapinto, who was promoted during the F2 season to the official Williams F1 team.
In a similar way, the FIA F3 Championship has been instrumental in identifying and promoting young talent in global motorsport. Since its debut in 2019, the category has seen notable winners emerge such as George Russell (2017), Oscar Piastri (2021) and Gabriel Bortoleto (2023), all of whom have progressed directly to F2 and beyond.
Bruno Michel said : “I am very happy to bring F2 and F3 back to Madrid, to this brand new venue. It is important that young drivers in our championships can race on as many F1 circuits as possible. With the addition of Madrid to the Formula 1 calendar, it made sense for F2 and F3 to join. I look forward to our cars providing the public with an exciting racing spectacle. »
José Vicente de los Mozos ajouté : “At IFEMA Madrid we are very proud to bring F2 and F3 back to the Grand Prix alongside F1, as our goal is to make the 2026-2035 Spanish Grand Prix the best possible event. The FIA F2 and FIA F3 categories are fundamental to the future of the sport, as they produce the future stars of F1. This makes the 2026-2035 Spanish Grand Prix even more unmissable, offering fans a complete experience full of talent, spectacle and excitement, with a unique motorsport offering. »
Conor Daly –
The Juncos Hollinger Racing (JHR) team is excited to announce the return of Conor Daly, completing the team’s roster for the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season. Daly, a talented driver with strong ties to the team, left an indelible mark during the second half of JHR’s 2024 campaign, securing the team’s first podium finish with an impressive 3rd place finish at the Milwaukee Mile. His return solidifies the two-car lineup as they prepare for an exciting and competitive season ahead.
“I’m excited to join Team JHR for the full NTT INDYCAR SERIES season in 2025,” shared Conor Daly, the team’s latest signing. “After the excitement and success we shared in 2024, including in Milwaukee, this seems like the perfect sequel. I am grateful to Ricardo and Brad for their trust in me as I revitalize my career. I can’t wait to aim for podiums and victories with this incredible group. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible – it has been a collective effort, and we will continue to build on this momentum together. »
“When Conor rejoined our team last year, it seemed like we had picked up where we left off in 2010,” said Ricardo Juncos, Co-Owner and Founder of JHR. “I am delighted to have him back in the car full-time for 2025. With both seats now occupied, the team is fully focused on building momentum and delivering outstanding performances throughout the season. year, aiming for an exceptional season for Juncos Hollinger Racing. »
Brad Hollinger, Co-Owner of JHR, shared, “Conor is an exceptional addition to our team. He is a fantastic ambassador for the sport and has proven his speed not only in our car, but also with his proven track record in the series. Providing him with more opportunities to collaborate closely with our engineers and team will undoubtedly strengthen the team’s performance and fuel his own unwavering desire for success. »
“Our main priority this year is to build on the success we have seen during these three years of activity,” explained Dave O’Neill, Team Principal of Juncos Hollinger Racing. “With Conor joining the team and Sting Ray already confirmed, we are well positioned to achieve this. This is only the beginning of a long-term process aimed at laying a stronger and more competitive foundation for the future. »
[Article original rédigé par : Prénom Nom]
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