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F1 Roars Back to Istanbul: New Deal Signed!
24 Apr
Summary
- Formula 1 has signed a new five-year deal for Turkey.
- Istanbul Park will host races starting from the 2027 season.
- This marks Turkey's return to the F1 calendar after 2021.
Formula 1 is set to return to Turkey with a new five-year contract, beginning in the 2027 season. Istanbul Park, which last hosted Grands Prix in 2020 and 2021 due to schedule changes, will once again feature on the F1 calendar. This announcement comes as other circuits see shifts, with the Dutch Grand Prix ceasing after this season and events in Barcelona and Spa becoming biannual.
The city of Istanbul is described as a vibrant cultural hub connecting Europe and Asia, offering a blend of history and modernity. Istanbul Park, first introduced in 2005, is renowned for its demanding Turn 8, a high-speed sequence of left-handers. Notable past events include Felipe Massa's three consecutive wins and a collision between Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber. Lewis Hamilton secured his seventh world title there in a rain-affected 2020 race, while Valtteri Bottas took his most recent F1 victory in 2021.
This return underscores Turkey's commitment to hosting major sporting events, as stated by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. With 24 tracks now contracted for 2027, Formula 1 continues to expand its global presence. Discussions for potential new venues in Africa and Asia are ongoing, with Lewis Hamilton expressing a strong desire for an African Grand Prix before his career concludes.
