Shock in Formula One: 300 metres of cable stolen from Madrid circuit
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- About 300 metres of electrical cable were stolen from the Madring circuit at the IFEMA complex in Madrid.
- Spanish police opened an investigation and are examining security-camera footage and how the thieves entered the site.
- Organizers have begun replacing the cables and activated contingency plans ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix scheduled for Sept. 11-13, 2026.
About 300 metres of electrical cable have been stolen from Madrid’s new Formula One circuit, setting off an alarm just weeks before the city’s planned debut on the championship calendar.
The theft occurred at the IFEMA complex, where workers built the new semi-permanent Madring circuit. Initial information placed the affected section in a tunnel near Turns 17 and 18. Spanish police are investigating, including reviewing security-camera footage and examining how the thieves gained access.
Organizers have sought to reassure fans and have already started replacing the stolen cables. They aim to fully restore the network and avoid problems with timing, telemetry and lighting systems during the race weekend. Alternative plans have also been activated so preparations can continue.
Madrid is preparing to host a Formula One race for the first time. The circuit has already held Formula Three tests, and Ferrari completed a filming day there with Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. The Spanish Grand Prix is scheduled for Sept. 11-13, 2026.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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