Dutch Grand Prix Facts
Circuit Name | Circuit Zandvoort |
Race first held | 1948 |
Track Length | 4.259km (14 turns) |
Race Distance | 72 laps (306.648km) |
Lap Record | 1:11.097, Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes, 2021) |
2023 result | 1st Max Verstappen (Red Bull) 2:24:04.411 |
2nd Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) +3.744s | |
3rd Pierre Gasly (Alpine) +7.058s |
Zandvoort made a triumphant return to the Formula 1 calendar in 2021 after a 36-year hiatus, with local hero Max Verstappen winning the Dutch Grand Prix each year since. The 2024 Dutch Grand Prix is scheduled for August 23-25.
Circuit Zandvoort is uniquely situated in the sand dunes along the North Sea coast, just east of Amsterdam. The town of Zandvoort had a history of street racing before World War II, hosting several minor races in 1939, starting on June 3. The war halted racing for about a decade, but plans for a permanent circuit were already in motion. During the German occupation, roads were constructed through the dunes. After the war, these roads were widened and connected to form the foundation of the Zandvoort circuit. The Royal Dutch Motorcycle Association collaborated with Sammy Davis, the 1927 24 Hours of Le Mans winner, to design the track.
The Dutch Grand Prix’s return to the Formula 1 calendar was delayed by COVID-19, eventually rescheduled for September 2021. Despite operating at two-thirds capacity due to pandemic restrictions, the grandstands were filled with a sea of orange-clad Verstappen fans. Their patience was rewarded as Verstappen secured a memorable victory on home soil, marking a perfect comeback for the historic circuit.
Zandvoort is a medium-high downforce track, known for its abrasive surface that challenges tire management. Teams must carefully set up their cars to balance the demands of both qualifying and the race. The 72-lap race on Sunday requires a setup that ensures competitive race pace while maintaining optimal tire performance throughout the event. The circuit’s unique characteristics and passionate Dutch fans make the Dutch Grand Prix a standout event on the Formula 1 calendar.
Ferrari stats Dutch Grand Prix
GP entered 32
Debut 1952 (A. Ascari 1st; G. Farina 2nd; L. Villoresi 3rd; C. De Tornaco ret.)
Wins 8 (25.81%)
Pole positions 7 (22.58%)
Fastest race laps 10 (32.26%)
Total podiums 25 (26.88%)
Ferrari holds the record for the most Dutch Grand Prix victories, boasting eight wins at the historic Zandvoort circuit.
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Lotus and Red Bull are the only teams to have achieved three consecutive wins at Zandvoort, with Jim Clark’s victories from 1963 to 1965 and Max Verstappen’s ongoing streak. Ferrari, Matra, and McLaren have also managed back-to-back victories at the Dutch Grand Prix, showcasing their competitive prowess at the track.
Ferrari leads in podium finishes at Zandvoort, with their drivers making it to the top three on 25 occasions, highlighting their consistent performance at this venue.
Renault holds the record for the most consecutive pole positions at Zandvoort, securing four in a row from 1989 to 1992. Ferrari, Lotus, and Red Bull are the only other teams to have achieved successive poles at this circuit. The average pole margin at Zandvoort is 0.416 seconds, and for the last ten Dutch Grands Prix, it has been 0.321 seconds, indicating the fierce competition for the top spot in qualifying.
HALL OF FAME
YEAR | DRIVER | MODEL |
---|---|---|
1952
|
Ascari
|
500
|
1953
|
Ascari
|
500 F2
|
1961
|
von Trips
|
156
|
1971
|
Ickxx
|
312 B2
|
1974
|
Lauda
|
312 B3-74
|
1977
|
Lauda
|
312 T2
|
1982
|
Pironi
|
126 C2
|
1983
|
Arnoux
|
126 C3
|
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