Watkins Glen
New York State, United States · First GP: 1956
Watkins Glen is a 3.377 mi circuit in New York State, United States, featuring 11 turns. It has hosted 20 Grand Prix races since 1956.
Track Specs
3.377 mi
Length
11
Turns
Lap Record
1:34.068
Alan Jones (1980)
GP History
20
Total Races
1
Race Title
Circuit Record Book
20
Total Races
13
Different Winners
3
Most Wins
N/A
Weather
Lap Record
Most Wins: Drivers
1962–1967
1963–1965
1968–1972
1974–1978
1976–1977
Most Wins: Constructors
1963–1965
1975–1979
1961–1962
1967–1969
1970–1973
Longest Win Streak
Graham Hill
3 consecutive wins (1963–1965)
Jim Clark: 2 wins (1966–1967)
James Hunt: 2 wins (1976–1977)
Most recent winner: Alan Jones (1980, Williams)
Historical Winners
Circuit Analysis
At 2.0 turns per kilometre it has fewer corners per kilometre than the typical 2026 circuit, where the calendar average is 3.2. Its last Grand Prix was in 1980.
Across 20 Grands Prix here, 13 different drivers have won. Jim Clark leads with 3 wins, and BRM is the most successful team with 3. 10 of 20 races were won from pole position, and winners lined up P2.3 on the grid on average. The lowest starting slot to win was P8, by Innes Ireland in 1961.
Where is Watkins Glen located?
Watkins Glen is located in New York State, United States.
When did Watkins Glen first host a Formula 1 Grand Prix?
Watkins Glen hosted its first Formula 1 Grand Prix in 1956.
How long is the Watkins Glen circuit?
The Watkins Glen circuit is 5.435 km long with 11 turns.
What is the lap record at Watkins Glen?
The Formula 1 lap record at Watkins Glen is 1:34.068, set by Alan Jones in 1980.
Who has won the most races at Watkins Glen?
Jim Clark leads all drivers with 3 wins at Watkins Glen.