PREVIEW: In-season test around the all-new Madring

After the summer break, we have an in-season test to get back on track, with all 30 FIA Formula 3 drivers getting a taste of a brand-new venue.

The Madring in the Spanish capital city hosts the two-day event ahead of the season finale later this year, and it will be a crucial test for all involved.

Here’s all you need to know about the test.

WHAT TO EXPECT

It’s a brand-new circuit and a crucial test for all teams and drivers ahead of the season-ending event in Madrid later in September.

The two-day event begins on Monday, August 24th and ends on Tuesday, August 25th. Track action begins at 09:00 local time on both days, but the second day will differ slightly.

The morning segment will end at 12:00 on both days, before the afternoon session begins at 14:00 local time on Day 1, with the chequered flag at 17:00. Day 2 will feature a shorter break, with the final action of the second day resuming at 13:00 local time and ending at 16:00 local time.

STAT PACK

• The newly built Madring Circuit runs to a length of 5.416Km and features 22 corners
• The circuit uses both public and private roads around the IFEMA Exhibition Centre
• AIX Racing has confirmed that Ricardo Escotto will return to the team for the test and the final two rounds of the 2026 season in place of Salim Hanna
• PREMA Racing has also announced that Louis Sharp has left the team in a mutual decision, with Alex Powell replacing him for the Madring test and the remaining two rounds of the season

WHERE TO FOLLOW

Testing will be available to follow along via live blog on the official Formula 3 website. Reports and reaction will follow on both days of testing, with behind-the-scenes content available via the official F3 social media channels on Instagram, TikTok and X.

FIA FORMULA 3 MADRING IN-SEASON TEST ENTRY LIST