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First Grand Prix

1952

Number of Laps

72

Circuit Length

4.259 km

Race Distance

306.587 km

Lap Record

1:11.097

Zandvoort Circuit

History and Construction

Original Design and First Races: The circuit's original design was the work of John Hugenholtz, a motorsports enthusiast.
Its first race, the Zandvoort Grand Prix, was held in 1948. Over the years, the circuit has hosted 30 Formula 1 Grands Prix.
The first winner of a Formula 1 race at Zandvoort was Ferrari driver Alberto Ascari in 1952.
The circuit faced financial and safety challenges that led to its temporary closure due to an aging facility and safety concerns.
In 2019, the circuit was renovated to bring Formula 1 back to racing. This included facility improvements, new safety barriers, and the addition of two banked corners.

Design and Features

The most distinctive feature is its two banked corners: Turn 3 and Turn 14 , with a bank of 18 degrees.
The circuit is 4.259 kilometers long and has a total of 14 corners. The layout is known for its narrow and winding nature.
The circuit's location in the coastal dunes and the natural rises and falls make the layout more dynamic and challenging.
To facilitate overtaking, one of the DRS activation zones was extended to Turn 14 (Arie Luyendykbocht).
With grandstands built into the dunes, it creates a "stadium" atmosphere. The configuration of the stands, close to the track, amplifies the sound of the engines.

Key Facts

The official race lap record is held by Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing), with a time of 1:10.518, set in 2021.
The circuit is 4.259 kilometers long. It is contested over 72 laps, covering a total distance of 306.648 kilometers.
The circuit has a capacity of 105,000 spectators, making it one of the most crowded events on the calendar.
The circuit is located in the city of Zandvoort, in the province of North Holland, about 25 kilometers west of Amsterdam.
After a 36-year absence, the Grand Prix returned to the F1 calendar in 2021. The 2020 race was canceled due to the COVID-19.