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      Major changes to Australian Grand Prix circuit confirmed ahead of F1 opener after George Russell’s terrifying crash

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      FORMULA ONE’S season-opener in Australia has undergone some major changes since last season.The 2025 F1 calendar raises the curtain Down Under in Melbourne for the first time since 2019 ahead of a highly-anticipated season.The Australian Grand Prix has made major changes to the circuit after two huge crashes last yearCredit: AFPMercedes’ George Russell was left stranded in the middle of the track after his car flipped when hitting a kerbCredit: AFPAlex Albon was also put out of the race after hitting the wall and skidding back into the middle of the trackCredit: GettyRussell said the moves were positiveCredit: RexBig narratives include Lewis Hamilton making his debut for Ferrari while six rookies – including teen millionaire Ollie Bearman – also take to the grid.However, there have also been changes made to the circuit itself in Australia.The 2024 race was as dramatic as they come with Max Verstappen’s brakes catching on fire before Carlos Sainz swept home to win the race following surgery on his appendix.But George Russell and Alex Albon suffered huge crashes at the same part of the track, with Russell’s Mercedes flipping violently before coming to a halt on its side while Albon’s Williams slid into the middle of the track following a big shunt against the wall.READ MORE IN F1Both incidents forced a red flag, but measures have been taken for this year’s race to try and ensure the same incidents do not happen again.This year Albert Park chiefs have done major work to Turns 6 and 7, where the crashes happened.The first change has seen the barrier moved and angled differently to stop a car bouncing back into the track.Sections of the kerbing have been slightly flattened to reduce the risk of potential instability caused by the bumps.Most read in MotorsportCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsMeanwhile, adjustments have also been made to the gravel traps by bringing them closer to the kerbs.Russell said the changes were a positive following his terrifying crash last year.Martin Brundle’s most-awkward Formula 1 grid moments from Cara Delevingne to Ozzy OsbourneHe told reporters: “Yeah, I know there’s been changes to the circuit through that corner. “There’s been a few big crashes there and obviously that was, yeah, it was a big one in itself. I’m fortunate I didn’t get collected. Afterwards I think the duty lies on the FIA, to be honest. “In this regard, I think the people around the circuit have done everything they can to make that corner slightly better if you were to have a crash so…  “You know, it’s part of racing, it’s the dangers that we involve ourselves with. “It’s when you push the limits and you’re going for everything, it sometimes bites. But I trust the team.”An FIA spokesperson also explained the changes made after taking on board proposed changes from the FIA Safety Department.They said: “The kerb at the exit of Turn 6 through entry and apex of Turn 7 has been replaced with a single specification of negative kerb.”This adjustment removes the transition from negative to positive kerb that was present in this area, which previously had been addressed by local modification (grinding) of the kerb to provide a smoother transition between kerb types. “The intent is to remove the possibility of this transition destabilising a car.”Additionally, the gravel trap now extends to the back of the kerb and the barrier on the left-hand side of Turn 7 has also been moved and re-profiled to mitigate the possibility of a car coming to rest in a position near the racing line following an impact with the energy absorbing barrier in this area.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe weather forecast for the Australian GP has sunny skies for practice and qualifying across Friday and Saturday.However, the race on Sunday has a more than 80 per cent chance of being struck by rain, which would really throw the cat amongst the pigeons considering the other variables already in play.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban OconCHELTENHAM FESTIVAL 2025 LIVE: LATEST TIPS AND RESULTS FROM THE GREATEST SHOW ON TURF More

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      Lewis Hamilton recreates amazing Ferrari scene from ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ as fans demand he wins an Oscar

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has left fans stunned after showing off his acting skills.Ahead of Formula One’s Australian Grand Prix this Sunday, where Hamilton will become the 13th Briton to drive for Ferrari, the 40-year-old was able to fulfil “another dream”.Lewis Hamilton starred in an edited video from the movie Ferris Bueller’s Day OffHamilton starred as a valet who takes a Ferrari for a joyrideHamilton’s skills saw fans call on him to win an OscarHe was seen with a face of excitement as the Ferrari flew through the airHamilton was joined in the scene by Oscar-winner Edward NortonHamilton will make his F1 debut for Ferrari at this weekend’s Australian Grand PrixCredit: RexTaking to social media, Hamilton shared a video from what he describes as “one of my favourite movies since I was a kid,” Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.In line with his new employers, a scene with a Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder was seen playing, before Hamilton was remarkably seen edited into the footage.The seven-time F1 world champion starred as a valet who takes the Ferrari for a joyride.Hamilton steals the scene when making his appearance wearing a jumpsuit before appearing stunned when he is asked if he speaks English, to which he replies: “What country do you think this is?”READ MORE IN F1When he is asked to take care of the car, he says: “Hey, no problem. Trust me.”He is then seen getting in the car and saying, “You fellas have nothing to worry about, I’m a professional,” before driving off.The next scene shows him driving around to pick up his friend, who is later shown to be Oscar winner Edward Norton.Hamilton and Norton are seen in the next scene flying through the air, with the former Mercedes and McLaren driver showing a wide-eyed enthusiasm while Norton appears more scared than anything.Most read in MotorsportCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsThe clip then cuts to black to show a quote from Hamilton highlighted in blue text reading: “For all the kids out there who dream the impossible.”The video then ends with Hamilton and Norton returning the car before giddily shuffling backwards, with the final words of the scene saying: “We got to do this again sometime.”Inside Lewis Hamilton’s first day at Ferrari as he instantly surprises new bosses at first official day of F1 testing Captioning the post, Hamilton said: “No better way to start the season than by fulfilling another dream.”Ferris Bueller’s Day Off has been one of my favourite movies since I was a kid. This is to pay homage to the iconic film and to celebrate my first season with Ferrari. “It definitely took a lot of cutting edge tech, production and planning to get right. Had to get the exact car too … it’s been a dream car since seeing the movie. “Shout out to the legendary @edwardnortonofficial for coming along for the ride 😂 This is the energy and excitement I’m bringing to the track this year. ANDIAMO !!”Brought to you by @dawnapollofilms & Large Eyes. Special thanks to Paramount Pictures and everyone who helped make this happen.”Dawn Apollo Films is a film and TV production company launched by Hamilton back in 2022, and is one of the teams behind the F1 movie coming out later this year starring Brad Pitt.Fans loved Hamilton’s role in the clip, and bemoaned the fact he had narrowly missed out on the date for Oscar season – doubtless because he would have swept the field.One fan said: “And the Oscar (not Piastri) goes to.”A second said: “We need to get this man in Fast and Furious.”A third added: “Ok this is amazing.”Another said: “The absolute best thing I’ve ever seen in my life.”A fifth said: “The best thing on the internet.”Hamilton has made no secret of his desire to eventually branch into acting when he retires from F1.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe currently has voice credits in the Pixar animated movie series Cars and Zoolander 2, while also starring in the popular video game, Fortnite and in Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare.Hamilton was also asked to star in Tom Cruise’s Top Gun: Maverick, but could not find a way to make it align with his schedule, admitting the decision “broke his heart”.CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL 2025 LIVE: LATEST TIPS AND RESULTS FROM THE GREATEST SHOW ON TURFF1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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      F1 star Ollie Bearman, 19, looking to turn Australian GP debut into romantic holiday with girlfriend

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      TEEN Brit Oliver Bearman has vowed to be a smash hit in Formula One after breaking into the sport’s  top 20.The 19-year-old from Essex lines up for Haas at Sunday’s Australian Grand Prix here in Melbourne  after a breakthrough F1 season that saw him impress in three races as a late stand-in.Oliver Bearman is looking to turn his Australian GP debut into a romantic holiday with his girlfriendCredit: RexThe rookie will be turning out for Haas this weekendCredit: INSTAGRAM @olliebearmanBearman can’t wait for some fun in the sun Down UnderCredit: INSTAGRAM @olliebearmanBearman’s big break came in March last year when Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz was rushed to hospital for appendicitis  surgery in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.He stepped into the breach and finished seventh, overshadowing both seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton and fellow Brit Lando Norris.Bearman continued to impress for Haas in Azerbaijan and Brazil — and after winning a full-time seat for 2025 he is determined to enjoy every minute.He said: “I’ve thought about this a lot but a lot of people are reminding me that I’m very fortunate to be in the position I’m in.READ MORE IN F1“There’s 20 of us in the world. It’s not a given that we stay here, so I don’t take it for granted. It’s really important to remember why I’m here — it’s a passion for the sport.“We are all here in this paddock because we love motorsport. I really want to make the most of it and smile.”Bearman, who started his career in karting in 2013, has racing in his blood with his  grandfather, dad and uncle all competing in motorsport.Now he is on a mission to build on last season’s success and make a real impact.Most read in MotorsportCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsHe added:  “I’ve been really lucky to have my experiences last year.“All of those last-minute races I had eyes on me because that was the story of the weekend, so I felt pressure.Max Verstappen claims he has ‘lost all respect’ for F1 star George Russell in X-rated rant“I know how to deal with that now and have experience. Luckily,  there’s five other rookies on the grid with me so hopefully that will make it a bit easier for me.”Australia was always likely to be his big F 1 debut as a senior driver so he has been gearing up for  the trip Down Under.He revealed: “My whole family will be coming. It was meant to be my first race but, of course, it wasn’t in the end!  However, it’s still a special moment for everyone involved.“I am really excited to be in Australia. They have amazing brunches by the beach in Melbourne.“I know a few places, my girlfriend is coming and I really want to take her to some of those — I have my little  itinerary planned!“She’s staying until Tuesday, we have a few days to enjoy it after the race and that’s the benefit of the job, travelling to these amazing places.”For the first time since 2010, six rookies are on the grid with Bearman joined by Kimi Antonelli, Gabriel Bortoleto, Jack Doohan, Isack Hadjar and Liam Lawson.Arguably the most pressure is on Antonelli, 18, who has massive boots to fill after replacing Hamilton at Mercedes.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe is also the son of former racing driver Marco and was named after former world champion Kimi Raikkonen.Brazil’s Sauber star Bortoleto, 20, has  back-to-back F 3 and F 2 titles under his belt and is one  of just four drivers to accomplish that, along with Charles Leclerc, George Russell and Oscar Piastri. More

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      Sky Sports F1 in huge shake up for 2025 as Damon Hill AXED after being ‘pushed’ and world champ and female star come in

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      SKY SPORTS have made a big change to their presenting team with Damon Hill AXED ahead of the new season.The 2025 campaign gets underway with the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday.Damon Hill will not return to Sky Sports for the 2025 F1 seasonCredit: GettyJamie Chadwick will be part of the new-look teamCredit: GettyJacques Villeneuve will return after making two appearances in 2024Credit: GettyBut a familiar face in Hill will be missing after he stepped away from Sky Sports, claiming he was “pushed back” by the broadcaster.Replacing the former F1 champion will be Jamie Chadwick.She is a three-time W Series champion and will compete in the European Le Mans Series this year.Another move sees Jacques Villeneuve returning for more appearances.READ MORE IN F1Villeneuve, 53, claimed his F1 title the year after Hill in 1997 and has provided analysis for Sky Sports on his home race – the Canadian Grand Prix – in the past.He made two appearances last season and revealed he would be keen to come back for more.When asked about returning, Villeneuve said: “I had an absolute blast. It was so fun, it was a big group but a really good group. “Of course, I would be happy to do more.”Most read in MotorsportCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsHill had a very different view of his role at Sky Sports, having been a pundit for the broadcaster since 2012.He said: “I think I felt like the end was coming anyway, because I was kind of pushed back all last year.”I was doing the less attractive races. And they’ve got younger, fresher names. “They’ve got Jenson [Button], they’ve got Nico [Rosberg]. And that’s fair enough – I completely get it. “They’re closer to the front line than I am. And it’s TV. There’s got to be a bit of eye-candy factor to it.” More

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      Michael Schumacher’s close friend claims F1 legend should be STRIPPED of seventh world title and won’t acknowledge it

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      MICHAEL SCHUMACHER should have a world title taken away, claims his friend Roger Benoit.The F1 legend won the world championship a record seven times between 1994 and 2004.Michael Schumacher should have a world title taken away, says Roger BenoitCredit: APDamon Hill could have won the 1994 title if not for a crash with SchumacherCredit: GettyBenoit believes Schumacher won his first title thanks to a foulCredit: AlamyBut Benoit believes his first triumph should be stripped away from him due to the controversial manner of the win.Schumacher led the championship ahead of Damon Hill going into the final race in Australia, where the pair infamously crashed.The German is often blamed for his role in the clash, which saw him hit into Hill before his car flipped over.Both were forced to retire from the race which meant Schumacher won the title by just a point, and Benoit believes the title was settled unfairly.READ MORE IN F1He told Blink: “As a six-time world champion, he definitely belongs in the top five.”Of course, I know that he was world champion seven times. “But the 1994 title should actually be taken away from him because he only won it because of his foul on Damon Hill.”Hill, 64, won one world title in 1996 but is still disappointed by the way the 1994 championship was decided.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBenoit added: “It has become a blemish really on his incredible career.“What happened in Adelaide was a bit disappointing, the way it ended. Disappointed in him, let’s say. That’s the way he went about things.Inside Michael Schumacher’s decade-long recovery from ‘desperately cruel’ ski crash as brother shares devastating update“You look at someone like Roger Federer, who’s had an outstanding career, and there’s not a blemish on it.“A total sportsman the whole way through.“Why would you not want that for your legacy?“And some people just can’t help themselves. They’re just very, very ruthless in competition. And that’s how Michael went about things.“It’s one I think he knew was perhaps regrettable.” More

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      My family sold their house to fund my F1 career and still don’t own one now, admits Max Verstappen’s new team-mate

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN’S new team-mate Liam Lawson has revealed his family are still without a home after selling their place to fund his Formula One dream.Lawson, 23, will race for Red Bull next season after replacing Sergio Perez as world champion Verstappen’s partner.Liam Lawson has revealed his family sold their home to fund his F1 dreamCredit: GettyThe ace will be racing alongside Max Verstappen for Red Bull this seasonCredit: AFPThe New Zealander has come up through the ranks and will get his big break when teams start preparing for the new campaign.But Lawson admits he has only got to where he is thanks to an amazing sacrifice from his parents.The youngster has revealed his family SOLD their home while he was making his bones as a karting driver.The funds were used to help Lawson reach his potential, eventually leading to his big break with Red Bull.READ MORE IN F1And Lawson is desperate to make his parents proud after admitting they still don’t have a family home to call their own.He told GQ: “They still don’t own a house because of me.“I think I complained to my dad for more than a year about my kart. I’d tell him that the engine sucked but he just secretly thought that I sucked.“Eventually he got sick of me whining and bought two good engines, and we put them on for the first time at this big race.Most read in MotorsportCheltenham Festival betting offers and free bets“And when we went out, we qualified first. We started racing at the front all the time. That was the definitive moment, when karting became serious.“It was always serious to me. But for my dad, everything changed that one weekend.”Red Bull announce 22-year-old will be Max Verstappen’s new team-mate hours after Sergio Perez exit Lawson has also revealed the moment that F1 legend Fernando Alonso “yelled” at him during their first-ever meeting.Reliving the bizarre encounter, he added: “It’s funny because I’ve met a lot of guys I looked up to as a kid.“When you’re younger, they’re your heroes. Now, they’re my competitors.“I mean, the first time I met Alonso, he yelled at me. Maybe he was having a bad day.” More

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      Meet F1 2025 rookies including star gifted first go-kart by Michael Schumacher and Brit teen who’s already a millionaire

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      FOR the first time since 2010, SIX rookies will grace the Formula One grid this season.The 2025 F1 season is sure to have it’s fair share of dramatic narratives.The F1 2025 grid has six rookies this year, the most since 2010Credit: GettyThese will range from Lewis Hamilton’s first year at Ferrari, McLaren’s bid to win a drivers title for Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri and how Red Bull will recover from their poor season last time out.However, six rookies coming to the grid is one of the most interesting storylines in itself with each of them having bags of talent shown throughout their careers in the junior categories of motor racing.However, they are also as diverse as they come, with some stepping into huge shoes at top teams and others already having F1 racing experience behind them.Below we take a look at each of F1’s 2025 rookies.READ MORE IN F1Kimi Antonelli – Italian born 2006 – MercedesKimi Antonelli is named after F1 royalty and has the nigh-on impossible task of replacing Lewis Hamilton at MercedesCredit: RexKimi Antonelli is the son of former racing driver Marco and was named after former world champion Kimi Raikkonen. He joined the Mercedes junior programme at the age of 11.The teen – who will run the number 12 and says his spirit animal is a lion – only passed his driving test in January of this year, but has impressed in the junior categories. This included a stunning wet Silverstone F3 test which saw him run four seconds quicker than any of his rivals. But his first test in an F1 car during last season’s Italian Grand Prix saw him crash into the barriers.Mercedes have handed Antonelli more than 5,500 miles of private testing to boost his preparation for a move into F1 after being asked to fill the boots of Hamilton at the team.Most read in MotorsportCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsOllie Bearman – Brit born 2005 – HaasOllie Bearman is already a millionaire after three successful sub appearances in F1 in 2024Credit: RexOllie Bearman became the first Brit to race in the Scarlet Red of Ferrari in the 21st century when he finished P7 on his super-sub debut at last season’s Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.He later made two more substitute appearances for Haas before securing a permanent seat based off of those appearances, although he endured a torrid time in F2 when not showing his pace in an F1 car.Moment Toto Wolff gets set to break Lewis Hamilton promise in behind-the-scenes clip on Netflix’s Drive to SurviveBearman turns 20 in May but is already estimated to have a net worth of more than £1m, as estimated from figures of his firm OBR Management Ltd.He joined the Ferrari academy at the age of 16 and races under the number 87. Bearman also astonishingly failed his driving test the first time he took it. His spirit animal is suitably a bear.Gabriel Bortoleto – Brazilian born 2004 – SauberGabriel Bortoleto is one of only four drivers to win back-to-back F3 and F2 championshipsCredit: RexGabriel Bortoleto arguably has the biggest racing credentials out of any of the 2025 rookies as he is one of only four drivers – with Charles Leclerc, George Russell and Piastri – to win back-to-back F3 and F2 titles.Bortoleto admits his racing career was saved by Fernando Alonso when the two-time world champion sponsored him in 2022 before he was snapped up by the McLaren development programme a year later.They allowed Bortoleto, who says his favourite movie is Interstellar and his favourite TV show is Peaky Blinders, to then join Sauber for this season, with McLaren chief Zak Brown calling him a “great racing driver”.Bortoleto – whose spirit animal is a lion – will race with the number 5 in F1 this season. His father, Lincoln, is the co-founder of one of the biggest Internet providers in world, Americanet following a merger with Vero in 2023.Jack Doohan – Australian born 2003 – AlpineJack Doohan was gifted his first ever go-kart by legend Michael SchumacherCredit: GettyJack Doohan has been placed under an incredible amount of pressure early in his F1 career with reports suggesting a poor start could see him removed from the seat, which has seen team boss Oliver Oakes praise Doohan for his “punchy” response to the speculation.Doohan is the son of five-time MotoGP world champion Mick, who admits he tried to keep him away from motorsport for a year when he was 11 before he was forced to give in.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban OconHe was gifted his first-ever kart by none other than seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher and eventually joined the Alpine Academy in 2022.Doohan, who will race with the number 7 in 2025 and who says his spirit animal is either a kangaroo or koala, replaced Esteban Ocon in last season’s season finale at Abu Dhabi to make his debut.Isack Hadjar – Frenchman born 2004 – Racing BullsIsack Hadjar has already been praised for his ‘god-like’ reflexes in F2Credit: RexIsack Hadjar is different from many of his peers in that his parents do not have any sort of background in motorsport.Born into an Algerian family of physicians and physicists, he only gained an interest in cars because his dad was a kart mechanic and after watching the Pixar animation Cars.Hadjar was praised for his “god-like” reflexes in F2 last year when he managed to avoid a collision in the Monaco tunnel when a car ahead of him was around a blind corner.Hadjar – who says his spirit animal is a gorilla – won more races than any other driver in F2 last season but was pipped to the title by Bortoleto. He will race with the number 6 for this season in F1.Liam Lawson – New Zealander born 2003 – Red BullLiam Lawson’s parents had to sell his house to fund his racing careerCredit: GettyLiam Lawson is a weird case when it comes to being rookie since he already has 11 races in F1 under his belt, yet the Kiwi has never started a season so can be considered a rookie for all intents and purposes.Lawson’s parents had to sell their house to fund his racing career while he never officially finished high school as he went to pursue his dream instead.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe only became a motorsport fanatic after watching his dad race in karts at the age of six, although Lawson actually cried after the first time he fired up a go-kart when the engine started. Like Hadjar, Lawson is huge Cars fan, and will race with the number 30 this season as he attempts to tame the role of being Max Verstappen’s team-mate. More

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      Name of brand new F1 track revealed as venue set to be replaced after hosting races for 35 years

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      PLANS for a brand new Formula One track with a quirky name in Spain have been unveiled.The hybrid street circuit in Madrid, which will take over the Spanish Grand Prix next year, has been given a face-lift. The 2026 Spanish GP has been given a new name at a new trackCredit: autosportRace promoters have announced the track will be named “Madring”.The Spanish Grand Prix has been held in Montmelo, Barcelona, for the last 35 years, but will move to Madrid next year.The name of the urban circuit and the brand image were announced on Monday, merging the city’s name with “ring”.”Ring” is a term often associated with racing circuits in the F1 world, such as in Hungaroring, Nurburgring and Hockenheimring.READ MORE IN F1A statement read: “Formula 1 circuits are typically referred to by the city or region where they are located – Monza, Imola, Interlagos, Spa, Silverstone, Miami, Las Vegas.“However, their full official names are rarely used. For this reason, Madring aims to establish a concise and memorable identity that directly references its host city, is instantly recognisable worldwide, and requires no translation.”Madring will have 5,474 km layout, with 20 corners and an estimated qualifying lap time of 1 minute and 32 seconds.The aim is for a hybrid 3.4-mile circuit featuring street and non-street sections, subject to FIA approval. Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe Jarama circuit, north of the Spanish capital, already held F1 races decades ago.The track was originally referred to as the Ifema Madrid Circuit, in reference to the exhibition centre on the same site.Man City legend Sergio Aguero’s new career as a racing driver for PorscheF1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban OconIt is also very close to the airport and passes right next to Real Madrid’s training facilities.The circuit, however, has been met with some criticism from local residents.Locals are arguing that noise levels will exceed the maximum levels required in the area where the race will take place.New F1 racing regulations and a brand new team will also be introduced in the 2026 season.F1 is due to have two races in Spain next year.The permanent circuit outside Barcelona has one year to run on its contract after this season and is therefore expected to appear on the 2026 F1 calendar.It has held the Spanish GP every year since it opened in 1991.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe new circuit has a 10-year deal to host F1, ensuring the Madring will remain on the calendar until at least 2035. The promoter is reported to have paid almost £427m for the race. More