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This F1 track was a fan favourite of fans and drivers alike before it disappeared from the schedule in the late 2010s.
The CEO of the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) has acknowledged that Malaysia made a mistake by ending its hosting of F1 races. The track first joined the world championship race schedule in 1999 and gained popularity for its layout and unpredictable weather. Since the 2017 event, F1 has not returned to Sepang, despite the sport’s increased popularity. SIC’s CEO Azhan Shafriman Hanif emphasized the importance of not repeating past mistakes and expressed hopes to avoid making the same error with MotoGP. SIC is considering the high costs and competition from other nations in bringing back the race, with an estimated total cost exceeding RM300 million ($71m). The Malaysian government has approved SIC’s efforts to reintroduce Formula One, highlighting the need for a collaborative approach involving various stakeholders, as seen in Singapore’s successful hosting model.
