2025 Dutch Grand Prix Foresight
TRACK OVERVIEW AND HISTORY
The Dutch Grand Prix is a historic fixture in Formula 1, first appearing on the calendar in 1952. Initially held at Zandvoort Circuit in the Netherlands, the race became known for its sweeping corners, coastal winds, and passionate local fans. After running regularly until 1985, it disappeared from the schedule due to financial and safety concerns. However, thanks to the rise of Dutch driver Max Verstappen and a surge in national interest, the Grand Prix made a highly anticipated return in 2021 to a newly renovated Circuit Zandvoort, blending classic corner layouts with modern safety updates. The track’s signature feature is the steeply banked final turn, Arie Luyendyk Bocht, which offers unique overtaking opportunities before the main straight.
As of 2025, the Dutch Grand Prix remains one of the most vibrant events on the F1 calendar, scheduled this season for August 31. The 4.259 km circuit features 14 turns, including the iconic Tarzanbocht at Turn 1, where daring late-braking maneuvers often spark early-race drama. The event is renowned for its electric atmosphere, with grandstands awash in a sea of orange-clad fans and flares celebrating Verstappen’s homecoming. Since its return, Zandvoort has delivered memorable moments, from strategic tire battles in 2021 to Verstappen’s commanding victories in front of an adoring home crowd. Its mix of tight technical sections and high-speed banking ensures the Dutch Grand Prix continues to challenge drivers and captivate fans worldwide.
Max winning the Dutch Grand Prix
Official Dutch Grand Prix Track Layout
A big question mark going into this weekend is the hometown hero, Lance Stroll. A day before the Spanish Grand Prix, it was revealed that Lance reactivated his right wrist, which he broke before the start of the 2023 season. So, what does that mean for Aston Martin moving forward to this race and the races preceding? As of now, there has been no official announcement of Lance being replaced, but the team coming out and saying that he has been dealing with these issues for a while now and needs surgery suggests that he will not be participating in his home Grand Prix.
So Felipe Drugovich will be his replacement and will miss out on the 24 Hours of LeMans as a result. Felipe Drugovich raced in Formula 2 from 2020 to 2022, where he won the 2022 championship with MP Motorsport after earning five wins and 11 podiums, making him the first Brazilian F2 champion. After that, he signed with Aston Martin to be their reserve driver and races in other series as well.
Max Verstapen
Lance Stroll
Felipe Drugovich