World · Singapore Bureau
IndyCar set to return to Europe with Barcelona race in 2027
The American open-wheel racing series will compete in Europe for the first time in two decades, with a multi-year agreement securing a July 2027 round at Barcelona's Circuit de Catalunya.
LSN Singapore ·
IndyCar has secured a significant return to European racing with a landmark deal announced Friday to hold a race at Barcelona's Circuit de Catalunya beginning in July 2027. The announcement marks the series' first European competition in 20 years, representing a major expansion for the US-based championship.
The multi-year agreement will see IndyCar drivers compete on the renowned Spanish circuit, one of Europe's premier motorsport venues that regularly hosts Formula 1 and other international racing events. The deal signals IndyCar's growing ambitions to establish a stronger international presence beyond its traditional North American base.
Barcelona's selection as the venue for IndyCar's European return holds particular significance given that American driver Álex Palou, who races in the series, is a native of Spain. Palou's participation in the championship has helped raise the profile of IndyCar in European markets.
The move reflects broader trends in international motorsport, with various series seeking to expand their global footprint. IndyCar's last European race took place over two decades ago, making this arrangement a notable milestone for the championship's international development strategy.