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F1 is to return to Portugal and the Portimao circuit from the 2027 season.
The Portuguese Grand Prix will return to the Formula 1 calendar at Portimao on a two-year contract starting from the 2027 season, taking the spot left by the Belgian Grand Prix.
Portugal sees the return of the race as an opportunity to enhance economic activity, tourism, and regional development, projecting the country as a competitive and reliable destination for the global audience.
The Chairman and CEO of Autódromo Internacional do Algarve, Jaime Costa, emphasized the unique “rollercoaster” layout of the circuit, expecting it to challenge the best drivers in the world and create a spectacle loved by fans.
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali expressed his excitement for the return of the Portuguese Grand Prix, highlighting the on-track excitement and energy of the Portimao circuit that ignites passion among the Portuguese fanbase.
The interest and demand to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix is at an all-time high, reflecting the continuous growth and appeal of the sport on a global scale.
