Zandvoort: Formula 1 finally says Heim-GP von Verstappen!

Zandvoort: Formula 1 finally says Heim-GP von Verstappen!

A real bang for Formula 1: The Grand Prix of the Netherlands will be held for the last time in Zandvoort in 2026. The news came from the organizers on Wednesday, which announced that due to financial considerations and risks, the last Dutch Grand Prix on the North Sea coast will take place in two years. "We are a privately managed company and have to weigh up the chances of risks," said Robert van Overdijk, director of the Holland-GP. This not only loses a spectacular racing site in the Netherlands, world champion Max Verstappen also has to say goodbye to his home race, which is a bitter loss for loyal fan base, like Berlin Live reported.

The last race will be celebrated in 2026 with an additional sprint race. Since the return of Formula 1 to Zandvoort in 2021, after 36 years of abstinence, the event has created a unique atmosphere by the passionate fans that transform the stands into an orange sea. The contract had previously been extended by 2025; Now the race is limited to the last two events, but confirmed Motorsport-Tal.com to withdraw with a climax.

The rumors about the future of the Grand Prix have been bubbling for a long time. Talks about a possible rotation between the races in Zandvoort and Belgium were discussed, but there was no agreement. "We respect the organizer's decision to end the event after the great success in recent years," added Formula 1 boss Stefano Domenicali. The loss of Zandvoort is particularly bitter for many fans, since there is currently no replacement for the Germany GP that has not taken place since 2019. Formula 1 has to create space for new events such as a route in Madrid after 2026, which means that Zandvoort not only loses its history, but also his unique atmosphere.