Spanish Grand Prix 2001 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Michael Schumacher bounced back from his Imola disappointment with a dominant victory at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, reasserting his championship authority. The reigning champion controlled the race from the front, demonstrating the F2001's superiority on the technical Catalunya circuit. Juan Pablo Montoya announced his arrival in Formula 1 with a stunning second-place finish on just his fourth Grand Prix start, while Jacques Villeneuve completed the podium for BAR-Honda in a rare strong result.

Montoya's exceptional performance showcased his raw talent and fearless racing style, pushing Schumacher hard and demonstrating why Williams had lured him from CART. His podium finish proved that Williams-BMW had assembled a formidable driver lineup alongside Ralf Schumacher. Both McLaren drivers endured disappointing results, falling further behind in the championship battle. Schumacher's victory re-established his authority and extended his points lead, with Ferrari appearing stronger than ever as the European season gained momentum, building an advantage that would prove insurmountable.