Why F1's new Madrid track is a 'car killer'

Formula 1's new Madring circuit in Madrid, set to host its first-ever Grand Prix on September 9, 2026, has been dubbed a 'car killer' due to its punishing layout. A preparatory Formula 3 test at the venue produced 19 red flags and three broken chassis, highlighting the circuit's extreme demands. Williams team principal James Vowles confirmed the track's brutal nature, while drivers have compared it to a mix of Monaco, Macau, and Jeddah.