Bad News for French GP as All Plans of Race in FIA’s HQ Shut Down by F1 Insider

The Australian Grand Prix was a thrilling and eventful race, with Carlos Sainz emerging as the unexpected victor in Melbourne. The excitement was heightened by the early exits of top contenders Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, who suffered DNFs, shaking up the championship standings. Meanwhile, Mercedes endured another setback as George Russell crashed out in the final lap, adding to their ongoing issues.

Amidst the drama on the track, there’s news circulating that the Formula 1 will not return to France in the upcoming seasons. Despite this setback, organizers remain keen on hosting the race, indicating their commitment to bringing F1 back to French soil in the coming years.

French Grand Prix dreams dashed: F1 insider drops bombshell on FIA’s HQ race plans

Organizers of the F1 championship have hosted 24 races for the 2024 season, but unfortunately, it is bad news for French fans as it seems like Paris, the HQ of FIA won’t be hosting a Grand Prix for the coming seasons. Additionally, hopes for a Grand Prix in South Africa were also dropped. In a Q&A with BBC, F1 journalist Andrew Benson was asked about future races and the possibility of rotating events to Germany or South Africa. In response, Andrew said, “There is not much prospect at the moment of Germany or France returning to the calendar. Formula 1 came close to a deal with Kyalami in South Africa a couple of years ago but that prospect, too, has receded. F1 definitely wants a race in Africa, but it is proving a difficult needle to thread. The new race in Madrid for 2026 has already been announced. And the USA is now full with the three races in Austin, Miami and Las Vegas.”

However, while the prospect of new additions occasionally arises, the current calendar appears stable. Although sometimes rumors may circulate about other countries entering the mix, there’s no imminent indication of significant changes in the near term. F1 continues to balance tradition with innovation, ensuring a dynamic and captivating racing calendar for fans around the globe. The upcoming races in Japan and China mark an exciting return to the global circuit, with China hosting its first Grand Prix since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Following these events, back-to-back European races will commence, starting with the Spanish Grand Prix in June and culminating with the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. The action then shifts eastward to Baku for the Azerbaijan Circuit. At the end of November, Las Vegas will host its second Grand Prix since 1982, adding to the season’s thrill. Finally, Qatar and Abu Dhabi will host the campaign’s concluding circuits as the record 24-race season concludes in the Middle East.

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