Spanish Grand Prix
			31st May - 2nd June 1996

Monaco and Barcelona are relatively close geographically, but they
could not offer more of a contrasted atmosphere to a Formula One race.
For Round Seven of the FIA Formula One World Championship, the glitz
and glamour of Monte-Carlo will be replaced by the intensity of the
heat of the Spaniards' temperament, in a city rejuventated by the
hosting of the 1992 Olympic games.  But for Marlboro McLaren Mercedes
drivers Mika Hakkinen and David Coulthard, the Marlborough Grand Prix
of Barcelona simply represents another opportunity to perform at the
highest level of their ability.

The 4.727km-long Circuit of Catalunya, situated 30km to the north east
of Barcelona, is where David Coulthard made his Grand Prix debut two
years ago.  Having qualified ninth, he immediately showed his "getaway"
talent by overtaking three cars at the start to reach sixth place.  He
retired later on in the race, but had already demonstrated the promise
and professionalism that Marlboro McLaren Mercedes is now benefiting
from.

"Obviously, the Barcelona circuit is a special venue for me as this is
where I graduated to Formula One", explains David, "but we always try
to do our best at every race and on every track.  On current form,
we'll aim for a podium finish again."  Meanwhile, Mika Hakkinen, who
likes the mixture of sweeping corners and long straights which
characterise this circuit, will be keen to put the last few weeks
misfortunes behind him and emulate his team mate's recent results.

Last week's test at Silverstone has enabled the team to determine the
car configuration for this race - which will not include the midship
wing at this higher speed circuit - and to continue the development of
both chassis and engine.

For the first time since the Grand Prix has been held in Barcelona, all
tickets for the race have been sold - a statistic which stands as
testimony to the current popularity of Formula One worldwide.