The Community of Madrid has sent a letter to Stefano Domenicali confirming its intention to organize a Grand Prix in the future
The rumor that Madrid was fighting for Formula 1 has been confirmed as desired romances have been confirmed in the past: by letter. Enrique López, Minister of the Presidency, Justice and Interior of the Community of Madrid signs a letter addressed to Stefano Domenicali, CEO of the competition, expressing the intention of the government chaired by Isabel Díaz Ayuso that they want a grand prize in the region.
The beginning of the letter, dated June 20, could not be more telling: «It is my pleasure to write to you on behalf of the Government of the Community of Madrid to express our interest in holding a Formula 1 Grand Prix in Madrid » . In fact, in the text, he summarizes the virtues of the region that can attract the great circus, both organizationally and for the potential public: the transport network, the climate, the culture, the gastronomy, the tourist attractions or the great hotel fabric in general that can attract people who want to come to the capital.
While the letter is a statement of intent, it is an important step forward confirming that the rumors that have surfaced in the media from time to time were not, far from it, misleading.
It is no coincidence that Madrid chose this moment to claim its place in Formula 1. Although the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has just signed an extension until 2026, they will be closely watched over the next four years. The competition is opening up to non-European markets, as evidenced by the fact that the United States will host three events in 2023 (Miami, Las Vegas and Austin), or that South Africa is fully on the list to make it onto the calendar .
The organizational problems of the last Spanish Grand Prix, with massive complaints from fans over notable logistical shortcomings, deeply shocked those responsible for the Catalan circuit, who expected to accept the spectacular attendance with equally positive opinions. This has not been the case and the Community of Madrid has barely taken a month to raise its hand so that, if F1 were to apply any of the Leonine clauses in its contract, they could count on it, now, well after. 2026.
In spite of everything, Montmeló will sign to continue in Formula 1. In fact, it would be quite a surprise if, in the event that the Spanish Grand Prix goes ahead, they are not extended for at least a few more years. The experience is remarkable, with drivers and technicians alike raving about every visit to the Barcelona circuit. The combination of slow and technical sections and fast sections delights everyone: it is no coincidence that it is a sine qua non that the pre-season tests are held here every year.
With the political scene in the background, Madrid’s entry into the Formula 1 battle also has actors who, a priori, start as secondary. Jerez de la Frontera, for example, rushed these years to declare itself the first replacement for one of the circuits that could fall or change in the event the pandemic (or war) forced it. In no case was it even thought of, but the renovation of the facilities and the track itself, in addition to showing them to be perfectly capable with motorcycling, is a good example of their intentions.
In the event that Madrid decides to go ahead with its project, it remains to be seen where it will be held. A priori, there are three potential circuits: the Jarama, which has just had a total facelift and a more than necessary reform of its boxes from top to bottom, the future circuit of Morata de Tajuña or even a hypothetical urban layout in the fairgrounds from IFEMA. The options could be multiplied now that Isabel Díaz Ayuso’s government has put all its machinery to work so that Formula 1 makes a stop in Madrid in the future.
Source: La Verdad
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