Madrid will host its inaugural Formula E race this Saturday, March 21, 2026, as Round 6 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship gets underway at the Circuito del Jarama. The CUPRA Raval Madrid E-Prix marks the first time the all-electric racing series has visited the Spanish capital.
Free Practice 1 took place on Friday, March 20, at 16:30 local time (15:30 UTC), with Nick Cassidy of Envision Racing setting the fastest time. Saturday’s schedule begins with Free Practice 2 at 08:30 local time (07:30 UTC), followed by Qualifying at 10:40 local time (09:40 UTC). The race is scheduled to begin at 15:05 local time (14:05 UTC).
Fans can follow the action live on the Formula E website and app, with live timing available including an interactive track map and driver tracking. Detailed session reports, exclusive interviews, standings, results, and data analysis will also be provided.
CUPRA has been named the title and founding partner of the Madrid E-Prix, signifying a major commitment to the event and the Formula E series. The partnership underscores CUPRA’s growing involvement in electric motorsport and its broader push towards electrification.
Spanish driver Pepe Martí will compete in front of his home crowd, adding a local element to the race weekend. Viewers in the USA and the Americas can find specific broadcaster listings and streaming options on the Formula E website.
Formula E’s social media channels will provide additional coverage, including behind-the-scenes content throughout the event. The new season of ‘Driver’ is available on Amazon Prime, offering further insight into the world of Formula E.
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