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Formula 1 Adopts Rotational Schedule for Belgian Grand Prix Through 2031

Spa-Francorchamps will host races in alternating years, reflecting F1's push for global expansion and packed calendar management.

  • The Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps will be held on a rotational basis in 2026, 2027, 2029, and 2031 under a new six-year contract extension.
  • This marks the first time Formula 1 has implemented a rotational schedule for a race since the German Grand Prix alternated venues between 2008 and 2014.
  • The decision aligns with Formula 1's strategy to accommodate new markets, with potential additions including races in Africa, Asia, and South America.
  • Spa's alternating schedule is partly attributed to its lower hosting fees compared to wealthier cities like Madrid, which is set to join the calendar in 2026.
  • The move highlights Formula 1's shift away from its traditional European stronghold toward global expansion, with other historic venues like Imola and Zandvoort facing uncertain futures.
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