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Thailand’s bid to arrive on the Formula 1 calendar is gathering momentum after Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin met with the sport’s CEO Stefano Domenicali at Imola. Thavisin was present for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix as part of an official visit to Italy amid the Thai government’s push to bring an F1 race to the […]
Thavisin, as part of an official visit to Italy, attended the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix amidst the Thai government’s efforts to host an F1 race in Bangkok. Thavisin aims to bring Red Bull on board to support the project, potentially starting in 2027 or ’28, due to majority shareholder Chalerm Yoovidhya being of Thai nationality. Thavisin’s visit to the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari signals Thailand’s desire to become a global hub for international events and activities. With F1 eyeing Asia for expansion, a Thai GP aligns with the sport’s strategic goals after recent successes in the USA and the Middle East. Talks between Domenicali and Thavisin indicate strong foundations for Thailand’s bid, as other Asian countries like South Korea also express interest in hosting a street-based GP. The evolving F1 calendar, with a record 24 races already scheduled, may see a venue replaced to accommodate new additions like the potential Thai GP. European venues, including Imola and Barcelona, are on short-term contracts, making space for races in emerging markets and aligning with F1’s worldwide expansion plans outlined by Domenicali.
