A major city set to host a new grand prix in 2026 has guaranteed that plans will go ahead despite recent concerns surrounding the project.
Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida, the mayor of Madrid, denied rumours that the event is already facing organisation issues after reports emerged that a company had still not been assigned to manage the event.
The Spanish Grand Prix is set to take place in Madrid from 2026, taking the reigns from Barcelona, where the race has been hosted since 1991.
The announcement of the destination change was met with some backlash, with fans claiming F1 have ruined the calendar through the addition of modern street circuits, following the first Las Vegas GP in 2023.
The plans to race in Madrid will incorporate both street and traditional racetrack elements at IFEMA- the proposed venue.
Carlos Sainz and Fernando Alonso will have a new destination for their home grand prixMadrid will be the new host of the Spanish GP from 2026
F1 fans need not worry, as the circuit plans have been designed with on-track entertainment as the priority.
The contract for Madrid to hold the Spanish GP currently stands from 2026 until 2035, despite worries that the event will not find sufficient sponsors.
"We have no concerns regarding the Formula 1 Grand Prix. The apocalyptic predictions about what will happen in this city will not come true," said the mayor.
"Whether they like it or not, there will be a Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2026. Ifema has been working within the planned timeframes, from the point of view of the administrative requirements to implement Formula 1 with the City Council and the Community of Madrid," he added.
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