P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Fans hoping for the return of the German Grand Prix will be disappointed by a recent admission from a Nürburgring spokesperson saying the venue can’t afford Formula 1.
In recent years, the growth of Formula 1 has led to increased demands on venues, resulting in rising costs due to enhanced infrastructure and entertainment options. Consequently, the Dutch GP will exit the calendar next year, while the Belgian GP will host four F1 events over six years starting from 2026. Despite Germany’s rich history in F1, there are no current talks for the Nürburgring to make a comeback, mainly due to financial constraints as stated by Nürburgring spokesperson Alexander Gerhard. On the other hand, Hockenheim is striving to bring back F1, with Managing Director Tim Brauer emphasizing a cautious approach and long-term vision for the Hockenheimring’s development. With strong competition from other potential hosts like Rwanda and South Africa, the return of a German Grand Prix faces commercial hurdles, although current F1 driver Nico Hulkenberg is optimistic about its revival, expressing a preference for Nürburgring’s historic charm.
