Formula 1 has arrived in Spain for the seventh race weekend of the 2026 campaign as drivers and teams prepare for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix between June 12 and 14.
This year's event carries added significance, for it is the first time the Barcelona circuit is hosting a Grand Prix without carrying the Spanish Grand Prix designation. That title now belongs to Madrid's newly constructed circuit, which will join the championship later this season.
Despite the change, Barcelona remains part of Formula 1's long-term plans. The track will share hosting duties with Spa-Francorchamps on a rotating basis, featuring on the schedule in even-numbered years until 2032.
Teenage sensation Kimi Antonelli has tightened his grip on the Formula 1 drivers' championship, opening up a 66-point advantage over Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton after claiming a fifth straight victory at Monaco.
Hamilton's strong run has taken him ahead of George Russell in the standings. The Mercedes driver slipped further behind after failing to score in the Principality. The Mercedes driver now trails championship leader Antonelli by 68 points.
Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix 2026: Race Schedule And Timings
The Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix 2026 is scheduled from June 12-14. Here's a breakdown:
Saturday, June 13
Practice 3: 16:00 IST
Qualifying: 19:30 IST
Mercedes enjoyed a strong start to the race weekend in Spain as George Russell posted the quickest lap in Free Practice 1, finishing ahead of Oscar Piastri and Charles Leclerc at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Lando Norris emerged fastest in Free Practice 2, as McLaren continued its strong form in Spain, although the reigning world champion enjoyed only a slender advantage over Russell and team-mate Oscar Piastri.
Free Practice 1 and 2 were held on Friday, June 12.
Sunday, June 14
Race: 18:30 IST
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Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix 2026: Live Streaming In India
Fans in India can watch the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on the FanCode app and website. You can also watch it live on F1 TV.
Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix 2026: Live Telecast In India
The Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix 2026 will be telecast live in India on the TATA Play FanCode Sports channel.
F1 Drivers' Current Standings
| Driver | Team | Points | Wins | Podiums |
| Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | 156 | 5 | 6 |
| Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | 90 | 0 | 3 |
| George Russell | Mercedes | 88 | 1 | 2 |
| Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 75 | 0 | 2 |
| Oscar Piastri | McLaren | 58 | 0 | 2 |
| Lando Norris | McLaren | 58 | 0 | 1 |
| Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing | 43 | 0 | 1 |
| Pierre Gasly | Alpine | 35 | 0 | 1 |
| Isack Hadjar | Red Bull Racing | 26 | 0 | 0 |
| Liam Lawson | Racing Bulls | 24 | 0 | 0 |
| Oliver Bearman | Haas F1 Team | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Franco Colapinto | Alpine | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| Arvid Lindblad | Racing Bulls | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| Carlos Sainz | Williams | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Alexander Albon | Williams | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Esteban Ocon | Haas F1 Team | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Gabriel Bortoleto | Audi | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Nico Hulkenberg | Audi | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Valtteri Bottas | Cadillac | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sergio Perez | Cadillac | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix 2026: Last Four Pole Sitters
2025 – Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
2024 – Lando Norris (McLaren)
2023 – Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
2022 – Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix 2026: Last Four Winners
2025 – Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
2024 – Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
2023 – Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
2022 – Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix 2026: Statistics
According to the official website of Formula 1, here are important statistics for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix:
Track Length – 4.657km
Lap record – 1m 15.743s, Oscar Piastri, McLaren, 2025
Most pole positions – Michael Schumacher (7)
Most wins – Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton (6)
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