London [UK], September 16 (ANI): Formula 1 and the International Automobile Federation (FIA, Federation Internationale de l’Automobile) have introduced, following approval by the World Motor Sport Council, the 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship calendar, that includes 24 Grands Prix throughout 22 nations and 10 Sprint occasions, an announcement mentioned.Â
Pre-season testing will happen in Bahrain from 24-27 February earlier than the Championship returns there for the primary race, adopted by Saudi Arabia.Â
The calendar then strikes to Australia, Japan, and China, adopted by the Miami and Canadian Grands Prix.Â
The European leg consists of Formula 1’s return to Portugal in June, after Monaco, with Turkiye rejoining the calendar in October between Azerbaijan and Singapore.Â
The closing part of the season options races in Austin, Mexico City, Sao Paulo, and Las Vegas, earlier than the ultimate two rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
Bringing collectively historic venues and main world locations throughout 5 continents, the 2027 calendar displays Formula 1’s continued progress as a worldwide sport and leisure platform whereas supporting its long-term sustainability targets by way of a extra environment friendly geographical stream of occasions throughout the season.
Due to the continued success and robust demand for the format, the variety of Sprint occasions has elevated from six to 10 for 2027, delivering much more aggressive motion throughout the season for followers, promoters, broadcasters, and companions. Since the Sprint was launched in 2021, the information exhibits that complete viewership of Sprint weekends is 12% increased than non-Sprint weekends, Sprint Qualifying is as much as 3 times extra fashionable with followers than Free Practice, 82% of attendees at Sprint weekends say it provides worth to their ticket, and 75% of F1 followers imagine Sprint occasions add larger worth to a season’s calendar.
Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Monaco, and Abu Dhabi will host Sprint occasions for the primary time, with followers set to get pleasure from two thrilling qualifying classes in Monaco because the drivers present their world-class talent and precision on the slim streets of Monte Carlo. Sprint occasions may even return to Montreal, Silverstone, Monza, Sao Paulo, and Lusail, creating much more action-packed race weekends for audiences all over the world.  2027 FIA Formula One World Championship Calendar
Pre-Season Testing
24-27 February – Bahrain, Sakhir
2027 F1 Calendar
12-14 March – Bahrain (Sprint), Sakhir
19-21 March – Saudi Arabia, Jeddah
2-4 April – Australia (Sprint), Melbourne
11th of September April – Japan (Sprint), Suzuka
16-18 April – China, Shanghai
30 April-2 May – USA, Miami
21-23 May – Canada (Sprint), Montreal
4-6 June – Monaco (Sprint), Monaco
18-20 June – Portugal, Portimao
2-4 July – Great Britain (Sprint), Silverstone
11th of September July – Austria, Spielberg
23-25 July – Belgium, Spa-Francorchamps
30 July-1 August – Hungary, Budapest
3-5 September – Italy (Sprint), Monza
10-12 September – Spain, Madrid
24-26 September – Azerbaijan, Baku
1-3 October – Turkiye, Istanbul*
8-10 October – Singapore, Singapore
22-24 October – USA, Austin
29-31 October – Mexico, Mexico City
5-7 November – Brazil (Sprint), Sao Paulo
18-20 November – USA, Las Vegas
3-5 December – Qatar (Sprint), Lusail
10-12 December – Abu Dhabi (Sprint), Yas Marina *Subject to FIA circuit homologation
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem mentioned the 2027 F1 calendar displays the game’s world progress, with 24 Grands Prix throughout 5 continents, the return of Portugal and Turkiye, and an expanded Sprint programme. He additionally thanked Formula One, promoters, sporting authorities, officers, volunteers and different stakeholders for serving to strengthen the championship and improve the expertise for groups and followers.
“The 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship calendar is a strong reflection of the global appeal and continued growth of our sport. With twenty-four Grands Prix across five continents, the return of Portugal and Turkiye, and the opportunity for an expanded Sprint programme, the calendar combines tradition, innovation, and fan engagement while maintaining the highest sporting standards,” he mentioned
“I would like to thank Formula One Management, the promoters, the national sporting authorities, the FIA officials and volunteers and all our stakeholders for their collaboration and commitment. Together, we continue to strengthen the FIA Formula One World Championship and deliver an exceptional season for competitors and fans around the world,” he added.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali mentioned the 2027 calendar will characteristic iconic circuits and cities, with Portugal and Turkiye returning and Sprint races increasing to 10 occasions. He highlighted F1’s world progress, aggressive racing and robust assist from groups, drivers, companions and host cities, whereas thanking followers, officers, marshals and volunteers for his or her continued contribution to the game.
“The 2027 calendar brings together some of the most iconic circuits and vibrant cities in the world, creating an incredible stage for another unforgettable season of Formula 1. We are thrilled to welcome Portugal and Turkiye to the championship and to expand Sprint racing to ten events, giving our fans even more intensity, drama, and the wheel-to-wheel action that make our sport so special,” he mentioned.
“Formula 1 continues to go from strength-to-strength, attracting new audiences around the globe. Week after week, the world’s greatest drivers will battle on some of the most challenging tracks in motorsport, supported by F1’s outstanding teams, world-class manufacturers, and global partners. Together, they create a spectacle unlike anything else in sport. As we continue this remarkable journey of growth, I want to thank our fans around the world as their passion drives everything we do,” he added.
“I want to thank the President of the FIA, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, and the FIA, our teams and drivers, promoters, partners, sponsors, and host cities for their continued commitment and support and we recognise the extraordinary dedication of the volunteers, marshals, and officials whose hard work makes every Grand Prix possible. We are incredibly excited to see this calendar come to life and to deliver another season packed with unforgettable moments, fierce competition, and world-class entertainment for our fans across the globe,” he concluded. (ANI)