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After F1 announced the Portuguese Grand Prix at Portimao will return in 2027, the discussion over which other venues should return to the calendar has begun…
The confirmation of the Portuguese Grand Prix returning for the 2027 and 2028 seasons has sparked discussions about classic venues fans are eager to see back on the F1 calendar.
A recent fan poll conducted by RacingNews365 revealed that Kyalami circuit in South Africa emerged as the top choice, having hosted 21 F1 Grands Prix between 1967 and 1993.
European venues such as Germany’s Nürburgring and the original Hockenheim circuit, along with Italy’s Imola and Malaysia’s Sepang International Circuit, also garnered significant support.
Tilke-designed circuits like Turkey’s Istanbul Park, known for Turn 8, and France’s Paul Ricard, last used in 2022, were among the venues fans expressed interest in seeing back on the F1 schedule.
Overall, the results from the poll indicate a strong desire among fans for a mix of classic and modern circuits to feature in future Formula 1 seasons.
