Belgian Grand Prix Remains Part Of F1 Calendar Beyond 2025, But There Is Catch

Wednesday, 08 January 2025 at 14:54

Formula 1 announced a multi-year extension of its deal with the Belgian Grand Prix to keep it on the racing calendar beyond 2025.

The Belgian Grand Prix is one of the oldest events on the F1 calendar and one of only a few that were part of the inaugural 1950 World Championship.

For many F1 fans, it is unimaginable that the Belgian GP, with its iconic circuit - Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, would be removed from the calendar.

The good news is that the Wallonian circuit just signed a multi-year extension with Formula 1. However, there is a catch. Although the Belgian Grand Prix will be held in 2026 and 2027, it will rotate every second year, with a different race after that.

As of now, we know that the Belgian Grand Prix will also be part of the 2029 and 2031 schedule, but it isn't yet known which Grand Prix will take its place in 2028 and 2030.

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Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps was built in 1921 and has since hosted 57 Grand Prix races. Over the years, it underwent a few modifications before turning into the 7.004 km (4.352 miles) version that we know today. As of 2025, it is the longest track on the F1 calendar.

The latest edition (2024) of the Grand Prix in Belgium saw Lewis Hamilton take the victory after George Russell got disqualified for not meeting the minimum weight limit. Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, said about the contract extension with Belgian GP:

"The Belgian Grand Prix was one of the races that made up our maiden Championship in 1950, so as we kick off our 75th anniversary year it is fitting that we can share the news of this important extension."

"Spa-Francorchamps is rightly lauded by drivers and fans alike as one of the finest racetracks in the world and it has played host to some incredible moments over its many seasons in Formula 1."

"In recent years it has undergone significant work to improve the facility and overall fan experience, and I would like to pay tribute to the promoter and the Government of Wallonia for their dedication and passionate support for Formula 1 in Belgium."