Overview
- President Javier Milei publicly appealed for a return of a Formula 1 race to Buenos Aires during the FIA American Congress, pressing the case for national hosting after a nearly 30-year absence.
- FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem told local media he will support Argentina’s bid and said the country has the history, fans and investment interest needed to host F1 or the World Rally Championship.
- Buenos Aires’ Autodromo Oscar y Juan Galvez is undergoing a multi-stage renovation funded by the city that officials say targets Grade 1 standards and is expected to continue into early 2027.
- Key obstacles remain commercial and calendar constraints because Liberty Media controls the 24-race schedule, meaning Argentina would likely need a formal commercial deal and could displace an existing round to join the calendar.
- Franco Colapinto’s rise to F1 and a mass April exhibition in Buenos Aires have driven popular support and political urgency for a comeback, which could bring economic boosts for local fans, businesses and event infrastructure if the deal and upgrades are secured.