FIA Formula 3 announces MADRING test and expanded 2026 finale
The FIA Formula 3 Championship will run a two-day official test at MADRING on 24-25 August 2026. The season finale at the same venue gains an extra qualifying session and a second Feature Race. The test validates the new circuit ahead of its Formula 1 debut. Official confirmation came from the series website on 10 July 2026.
Official Test Scheduled for August
The FIA Formula 3 Championship will conduct a two-day in-season official test at MADRING on 24-25 August 2026.[1] The sessions will validate the new Madrid circuit ahead of its Formula 1 debut later that season.
Expanded Season Finale Format
The 2026 campaign concludes at MADRING with an additional qualifying session and a second Feature Race.[1][2] This adjustment compensates for calendar changes that removed other rounds.
Circuit Validation Purpose
The test provides teams and drivers with an early opportunity to assess the layout, grip, and procedures at the venue.[1] It occurs two weeks before the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix weekend at the same track.
Related reading
- [1]FIA Formula 3 to hold official tests at MADRING in August, as the 2026 F3 season Finale expands with additional Feature Race (fiaformula3). Accessed 2026-07-13.
- [2]2026 FIA Formula 3 Championship (wikipedia). Accessed 2026-07-13.