Turkiye’s Istanbul to host F1 Grand Prix for at least five years from 2027

Istanbul Park circuit returns to Formula 1 calendar with a five-year deal starting in 2027, ending a six-season absence. | Contesto: cronaca

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• Turkiye’s Istanbul to host F1 Grand Prix for at least five years from 2027

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Formula 1 will return to Turkey in 2027 after officials confirmed a five-year agreement to host the Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park. The announcement, made by race organizers on Wednesday, ends a six-year hiatus for the circuit on the Asian side of Istanbul, which last held a Grand Prix in 2021. The deal ensures the race will remain on the calendar through at least 2031, marking a long-term commitment to a venue that has a reputation among drivers and fans for its challenging layout and high-speed corners. The Istanbul Park circuit, designed by Hermann Tilke and opened in 2005, has a history of producing dramatic races. Its signature Turn 8, a multi-apex left-hander, has tested drivers’ skill and endurance, often leading to memorable overtakes and tire management battles. The track’s popularity among the paddock stems from its flowing, undulating nature, which contrasts with many modern circuits. However, the venue’s absence from the calendar since 2021 was largely due to economic and logistical challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on global travel and shifting priorities in Formula 1’s expansion into new markets. The return of the Turkish Grand Prix reflects a broader trend in Formula 1 of revisiting classic venues while balancing a growing demand for races in the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. Istanbul Park’s inclusion adds a second race in the region alongside the Bahrain and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix, potentially offering a more central European-Asian travel corridor. For Turkey, the deal is seen as a boost to tourism and international visibility, with the government backing the event as part of efforts to position Istanbul as a global sports hub. Local officials have emphasized upgrades to infrastructure and facilities to meet modern Formula 1 standards. The five-year commitment also provides stability for a circuit that has struggled to secure consistent funding in the past. Turkey first hosted the Grand Prix in 2005, but the race was dropped after 2011 due to financial disputes. A brief return in 2020 and 2021, held behind closed doors during the pandemic, reignited interest among fans and drivers who praised the track’s challenge....

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