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Williams driver Carlos Sainz recently put the new Madring circuit through its paces, completing the first hot laps of his home city’s upcoming F1 venue. Set to debut later this season, the Madrid track marks a significant moment for Sainz, who is deeply involved as an ambassador and was understandably thrilled to be the first to test its layout. F1.com’s Lawrence Barretto joined him for a passenger ride, gaining an exclusive early look at the city circuit. This highly anticipated addition to the F1 calendar brings a fresh challenge, and for Sainz, it's a chance to compete on home turf, a rare privilege for any driver. The Madring's introduction underscores F1's continued expansion into new urban landscapes. All eyes will be on how the circuit's design impacts racing once the grid arrives, potentially offering Sainz a unique home advantage.
Read the full story at formula1.comINSIDE A HOT LAP OF THE MADRING WITH HOME HERO SAINZ
Williams driver Carlos Sainz recently put the new Madring circuit through its paces, completing the first hot laps of his home city’s upcoming F1 venue. Set to debut later this season, the Madrid track marks a significant moment for Sainz, who is deeply involved as an ambassador and was understandably thrilled to be the first to test its layout. F1.com’s Lawrence Barretto joined him for a passenger ride, gaining an exclusive early look at the city circuit. This highly anticipated addition to the F1 calendar brings a fresh challenge, and for Sainz, it's a chance to compete on home turf, a rare privilege for any driver. The Madring's introduction underscores F1's continued expansion into new urban landscapes. All eyes will be on how the circuit's design impacts racing once the grid arrives, potentially offering Sainz a unique home advantage.
