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The Monza circuit has started work to bring it up to modern standards, in an effort to secure its long-term Formula 1 future.
The improvements at Monza circuit are estimated to cost millions of Euros and will take 140 days to complete. The 2024 F1 Italian Grand Prix is scheduled for August 30th to September 1st. The track will undergo a full resurfacing, construction of a new underpass, improvements to the pit building facilities, and repairs to the grandstands on the first corner. While Monza has a contract with F1 for the following year, its future beyond that is uncertain. These improvements are aimed at enticing F1 to continue racing at Monza beyond 2026. Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula 1, emphasized the importance of these works for maintaining Monza’s status as an iconic Italian track and attracting new fans and investors. The work has begun in January to meet the timeline of the GP in September.
