After almost a month of waiting, Formula 1 returns to the tracks between August 21 and 23 for the Dutch Grand Prix, the 12th round of the 2026 season. The Zandvoort circuit will be responsible for opening the second part of the championship after the traditional European summer break.
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The last race took place on July 26, with the Hungarian GP. Since then, the category has gone through its holiday period, ending the first part of the calendar consisting of 11 rounds.
Now, drivers and teams face a very different challenge in Zandvoort for the restart. The Dutch circuit is known for its narrow track, elevation changes, and especially for the banked corners, which have become one of the track’s trademarks since the Netherlands returned to the Formula 1 calendar.
The track’s characteristics make qualifying particularly important. With few clear overtaking points, securing a good grid position can be crucial for Sunday’s race, while strategy and tire management also tend to play an important role.
The weekend will be held in the traditional format, with two free practice sessions on Friday, FP3 and qualifying on Saturday, and the race on Sunday.
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Check the schedule for the 2026 Dutch GP activities:
Friday – August 21
07:30 – Free Practice WATCH LIVE
11:30 – Sprint Qualifying WATCH LIVE
Saturday – August 22
07:00 – Sprint WATCH LIVE
11:00 – Qualifying WATCH LIVE
Sunday – August 23
10:00 – Dutch GP WATCH LIVE
The round in Zandvoort officially marks the end of the Formula 1 break and the beginning of a new phase of the season, with the championship battles entering a decisive period.
F1Mania.net follows all the activities of the Dutch GP in real time, with full coverage of the 12th round of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
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