Summary
The Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola may not be part of future F1 calendars, and notable moments from the circuit’s history are being remembered. Imola is known for its first F1 race in 1980, tragic events in 1994, and memorable racing moments over the years.
Key Facts
- Imola's track is known for its mix of fast and slow turns and challenges for drivers due to elevation changes.
- Imola first hosted an F1 race in 1980, serving as the Italian Grand Prix while Monza was being updated.
- From 1981 to 2006, Imola was the site of the San Marino Grand Prix.
- In 1994, Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger died in separate incidents during a race weekend at Imola.
- The circuit returned to F1 in 2020 as the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, after a 14-year hiatus, due to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Red Bull's Max Verstappen overtook McLaren's Oscar Piastri at Imola's 2025 race to win the grand prix.
- In 1982, tensions in the Ferrari team rose when Didier Pironi overtook Gilles Villeneuve, leading to lasting friction and tragic events weeks later.
- On the 30th anniversary of Ayrton Senna's death in 2024, Sebastian Vettel drove Senna's car as a tribute.
