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  "id": 2771962,
  "title": "Zandvoort bows out after ‘final lap’ Dutch GP party",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/zandvoort-bows-out-after-final-lap-dutch-gp-party-2771962",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-23T09:47:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/08/23/zandvoort-bows-out-after-final-lap-dutch-gp-party"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Zandvoort, the iconic seaside circuit with a rich history, bid farewell to the Dutch Grand Prix and Formula One on Sunday, marking the end of a 36-year run. The track, located in North Sea coastal dunes, has hosted one of the most vibrant races on the calendar since its return in 2021. The final party featured an \"Orange Army\" of tens of thousands of Max Verstappen supporters, partying in the streets well into the evening.\n\nVerstappen, the four-time world champion and home hero, praised the track, stating, \"It's always been really fun to drive. Even if I were not Dutch, you know, to drive here would have been always amazing.\" He also expressed his disappointment at the circuit's departure, calling it \"definitely going to be missed.\"\n\nLando Norris, McLaren's world champion, echoed Verstappen's sentiments, praising the event's atmosphere and the fans' passion. He believed the circuit was \"up there\" among the best on the calendar.\n\nThe track's unique layout, featuring 14 corners, including the famous Tarzan and Hugenholtz corners, made it a favorite among drivers and spectators alike. Despite its small size, Zandvoort had become a global phenomenon, attracting almost two million visitors during its final race.",
  "summary": "Zandvoort organisers planned the 2026 farewell after deciding in 2024 to end the F1 event when its contract expired, citing financial risks.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "Zandvoort bows out after 'final lap' Dutch GP party",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/zandvoort-bows-out-after-final-lap-dutch-gp-party",
        "published": "2026-08-23T09:34:03.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Zandvoort bows out after ‘final lap’ Dutch GP party",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/zandvoort-bows-out-after-final-lap-dutch-gp-party-2773324",
        "published": "2026-08-23T09:47:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}