Dutch GP farewell begins with first-ever Sprint race at Zandvoort

The 2026 F1 Dutch Grand Prix Sprint race at Circuit Zandvoort takes place today, Saturday, August 22, starting at noon.

Mercedes driver George Russell has claimed pole position for Saturday's sprint race in Zandvoort.

The Mercedes driver is bidding to close the gap on team-mate Kimi Antonelli, who leads the standings.

For one final time, Formula 1 cars will race around the sand dunes of Zandvoort this weekend as the seaside circuit prepares to host its final Dutch Grand Prix. After its re-entry into the calendar in 2021, the track announced its exit at the end of 2024.  Ahead of the chequered flag flying for the final time, our writ

For one final time, Formula 1 cars will race around the sand dunes of Zandvoort this weekend as the seaside circuit prepares to host its final Dutch Grand Prix. After its re-entry into the calendar in 2021, the track announced its exit at the end of 2024.  Ahead of the chequered flag flying for the final time, our writ