What could the future F1 calendar look like?
With the numerous rumors circulating about potential Grand Prix arrivals and the disappearance of others, the F1 calendar could be completely different in the future.
Lately, many rumors have been unsettling Formula 1 fans. Between the disappearance of so-called traditional Grand Prix races and the arrival of new circuits, enthusiasts of the sport are expecting numerous changes in the calendar.
If France, Belgium, and Monaco are potentially in danger, a circuit that has been present for many seasons has just secured its future. This concerns Australia, which is certain to be included in the calendar until 2035. Imola is also assured of a future – albeit shorter – as it will host Formula 1 until 2025. Despite criticism from fans, Barcelona will also be included in the plans of the sport’s bosses until 2026.
Hungary is also committed to the discipline in the long term, as a contract binding them until 2032 has been signed, and it could even be extended for an additional five years if new facilities are built.
Monza, another historic Formula 1 circuit, sees its contract coming to an end, as it is only valid until 2025.
The Middle East increasingly prevalent.
The United States is becoming increasingly involved in the discipline, and this is evident in several ways. Firstly, the Netflix series “Drive to Survive” is a real success in Uncle Sam’s country. Thanks to this, the Circuit of the Americas had a full house last year with 400,000 spectators. Furthermore, the country, led by Joe Biden, has been added to the calendar for a second time this year with Miami, and Las Vegas will join the party next year.
In Asia, the urban circuit of Singapore seems to have unanimous support from the FIA and Formula 1 as the track will remain on the calendar until 2028, barring any major issues. After being absent since 2019, the Shanghai circuit will retain its place until 2025.
On the other hand, Suzuka’s future is uncertain as a threat looms over the Japanese circuit. Moreover, it is only connected to F1 until 2024.
The Middle East is also gaining power as recently Jeddah joined Bahrain and Abu Dhabi. Qatar, which had a race in 2021, will once again join the calendar in 2023, and this, for 10 years.
Next arrivals?
If some circuits are coming to the end of their contract and seem to be struggling to extend it, others could be integrated. We are thinking in particular about Nice, which is under study, or Madrid, which has expressed its intention to host Formula 1. Morocco could also host the fastest cars in the world, as it has received a delegation from the FIA to conduct homologation tests.
