Fernando Alonso has completely avoided the fight between Barcelona and Madrid for the future scenario of Formula 1. 2026 “even before”, Roger Torrent, president of Circuit de Catalunya, in the presentation of the Spanish GP “The historical bond between F1 and Barcelona will continue for many years to come.“.
“I don’t know if I’m going to be in Formula 1 in 2026 or watching the World Cup on the couch,” recalled Alonso, who doesn’t usually get involved in political matters.. As a result, the Asturian driver said: “I am comfortable in Barcelona and I will be happy if we race in Madrid.”
“I don’t know about F1’s plans but in general I like the classic circuits more without the track needing to evolve with the days. Moreover I love urban circuits but not so much on the calendar‘ he evaluated.
Finally, Fernando addressed the uncertainty that sometimes exists over institutions’ support to keep the grand prize at Barcelona. “It depends especially on whether the region wants to have F1. And Barcelona sometimes wanted it very much, sometimes didn’t want it very much.” There have been ups and downs, but now there are more careful people who want it.“.