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  "id": 2773324,
  "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",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-23T09:47:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
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    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/08/23/zandvoort-bows-out-after-final-lap-dutch-gp-party"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Zandvoort, a seaside circuit with a rich history, bid farewell to Formula One and the Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday with a final lap party. The North Sea coastal dunes track, which hosted its 36th Dutch Grand Prix, saw tens of thousands of Max Verstappen fans partying in the streets late into the evening. Verstappen, the four-time world champion and home hero, praised the track as \"always been really fun to drive\" and \"special\" due to the strong local support. McLaren's Lando Norris shared his disappointment at the circuit's departure, highlighting the event's electrifying atmosphere and passionate fans. Jan Lammers, a former racer and sporting director, recalled the circuit's transformation from skepticism to global fame, emphasizing Zandvoort's unique character and the massive support it garnered.",
  "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"
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      {
        "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-2771962",
        "published": "2026-08-23T09:47:00.000Z"
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