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The United States GP will remain a fixture on the F1 calendar for the next decade after the Circuit of the Americas agreed an eight-year extension.
The United States Grand Prix has secured its place on the Formula 1 calendar for the next decade thanks to an eight-year extension with the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.
This new deal guarantees the event’s presence in Austin until 2034, marking a significant commitment to F1 in the United States.
Since its debut in 2012, the COTA has become a popular destination for fans and drivers, known for its technical track and lively atmosphere.
This year’s Grand Prix attracted a record-breaking crowd of approximately 450,000 attendees, reinforcing the event’s growing popularity.
The extension of the contract highlights the continued success and positive trajectory of the United States Grand Prix under the leadership of Bobby Epstein and the support of Governor Abbott.
With this agreement, Austin solidifies its position as the spiritual home of F1 in the US, surpassing Watkins Glen as the longest-serving American circuit in the sport’s history.
