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Could Formula 1 return to Africa in the future? The President of the FIA believes there needs to be focus put on the continent.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem acknowledges the need for greater focus on Africa in motorsport, particularly Formula 1. The continent has not hosted an F1 race since 1993, and discussions about a revival at Kyalami were abandoned due to political obstacles. However, there is growing support for a future race in Africa, with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen expressing their backing. Ben Sulayem emphasizes the potential value of Africa and highlights ongoing efforts to strengthen motorsport clubs in the region. He also mentions the possibility of an electric championship involving Africa.
