'It started as a joke, a fantasy' - F1 heads to football-obsessed Madrid
Summary
Formula 1 (F1) is holding a race in Madrid this weekend for the first time since 1981. The race aims to attract attention in a city and country mainly focused on football (soccer), with fans curious to see how F1 fits into Madrid’s busy sports scene.Key Facts
- Madrid has not hosted an F1 race since 1981, and this marks the return after a 45-year gap.
- Spain’s last F1 world champion was 20 years ago.
- Madrid is very football-focused, with famous clubs Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid being highly popular.
- The F1 race is held near Madrid’s airport at an area managed by the Ifema organization.
- The contract for the Madrid GP is for 10 years.
- The idea for the Madrid GP started about 7 or 8 years ago.
- Madrid’s F1 track is nicknamed "Madring."
- Organizers hope the race will increase Madrid’s international exposure beyond football.
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