This weekend sees Formula One return to Circuit de Catalunya for the 2019 Spanish Grand Prix, having already ran both pre-season tests at this circuit.
After four consecutive one-two finishes, Mercedes are the team to beat as Valtteri Bottas currently leads teammate – Lewis Hamilton in the drivers’ championship but there are many fascinating battles throughout the grid.
Spain however is the traditional time for first set of upgrades so here is a guide to what you can expect from this weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix.
Track Guide
Circuit name: Circuit de Catalunya
Laps: 66
Race Distance: 307.104km
Tyre Selection: C1, C2, C3
Schedule
| Session | Day | UK Time (BST) |
| Practice One | Friday | 10:00am |
| Practice Two | Friday | 2:00pm |
| Practice Three | Saturday | 11:00am |
| Qualifying | Saturday | 2:00pm |
| Race | Sunday | 2:10pm |
Three Pointers
- Expect to see every team bring various upgrades to this race, with Ferrari definitely running a new engine which should see them close the gap to Mercedes.
- Four out of last five Spanish Grands Prix have been won from pole so qualifying will be key around this circuit.
- This weekend is a huge test of Williams’ progress and development since finishing plum last in pre season testing, out of the regular drivers.
If missed the opening four rounds of this season, get up to date with our race reviews.