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FIA discusses F1 Turkish GP return with president Erdogan
Ben Sulayem met with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Marmaris to discuss the potential return of both F1 and WRC to Turkey. The meeting was hosted by Serkan Yazici, former Turkish rally champion, and Eren Uclertopragi, President of TOSFED. Sulayem expressed pleasure in meeting with Erdogan and highlighted discussions on various topics, including the comeback of Formula 1 and WRC to Turkey. Both Sulayem and Erdogan recognized the economic and cultural benefits of hosting world-class motorsport events in the country. Turkey has a history of hosting F1 races at Istanbul Park, and efforts are underway to secure a new race contract for the future. The winning bidder for the contract, to be announced in April, will also be tasked with investing in the development of the Istanbul Park circuit and its surroundings.
