Time’s up for one of few remaining old-school tracks on the F1 calendar after it was announced on Wednesday that the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort would come to an end after the 2026 season. As such, F1 will depart the dusty dunes of Zandvoort once again following what turned out to be just a six-year return to the historic seaside circuit.
This devastating decision will be a painful one to accept for many Dutch fans, who are famed for their legendary support of home hero Max Verstappen, following the four-time world champion to every corner of the globe in their signature orange ensembles. With a population of just 17,500, the tiny town of Zandvoort’s enigmatic track was a stalwart of the F1 calendar between 1950 and 1985. The cramped and uniquely undulating circuit saw numerous legends of the sport come away with a victory during its hay day, including the likes of Alberto Ascari, Jim Clark, Niki Lauda, Alain Prost, and Jackie Stewart among others. Following a 35-year hiatus, a newly renovated Zandvoort returned to the F1 schedule in 2020, beating a rival bid from the historic home of the Dutch Moto GP, Assen, to host the country’s first race since 1985.
