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Three fan-favourite F1 races pushing for a return to the calendar
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has revealed that three fan-favourite circuits are pushing for a return to the calendar, with an increasing interest in F1 due to the success of ‘Drive to Survive’, resulting in a record-breaking 24-race calendar. South Africa, Thailand, and other countries are still eager to host F1 races, while a second race in Spain – Madrid – will be added to the calendar from 2026. Classic venues like Portugal, Turkey, and Germany (Hockenheim) have expressed interest in making a comeback, with Hockenheim last featuring on the F1 calendar in 2019. Domenicali emphasized that prospective hosts need financial strength and a commitment to sustainability, including meeting 2030 carbon-neutral standards, to secure a slot in the limited calendar.
