Pony Malta Circuit Event in Barranquilla Raises Funds for Earthquake Victims

Juan Pablo Montoya and Sebastian Montoya participated in the Pony Malta Circuit on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at a temporary urban track in the Gran Malecon of Barranquilla. The event featured a variety of vehicles, including a Formula 2 car driven by Sebastian Montoya and the G-Force GF05 that Juan Pablo Montoya used to win the 2000 Indianapolis 500. Other exhibits included a Williams FW25 Formula 1 car and high end vehicles from brands such as Porsche, Ferrari, and BMW. All funds raised from the exhibition will be donated to victims of the earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday, August 10. The earthquake resulted in 181 deaths and more than 1,300 injuries. The Mayor's Office of Barranquilla viewed the event as a step toward the city's goal of hosting an IndyCar race or a Formula 1 Grand Prix del Caribe. While both reports highlight the sporting and nostalgic nature of the event, the center left source emphasizes the act of national solidarity and the charitable purpose of the fundraiser. In contrast, the center right source focuses more on the luxury, speed, and the specific high end machinery present at the circuit.