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Following a brief run between 2010 and 2013, the Korean International Circuit fell from the F1 calendar. However, plans are now underway to bring the series back to South Korea.
Following the successful hosting of four grands prix at the Korean International Circuit in Yeongam, South Korea between 2010 and 2013, there is speculation that South Korea might make a return to the F1 calendar as the schedule expands to 24 races for 2024. New hosts have been added to the calendar recently, including races in the United States and the Qatar Grand Prix. The Imola Circuit in Italy also made a successful return, stepping in as a replacement during the COVID-19 pandemic. South Korea could potentially beat South Africa’s Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in making a comeback, with Incheon – South Korea’s third-largest city – proposing a street circuit to debut in 2026 or 2027 according to a letter of intent submitted to F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali. Incheon offers a strong infrastructure, including Incheon Airport and Incheon Port, with Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok expressing confidence in the city’s ability to host Formula 1 and highlighting their transportation network and luxury accommodations as key factors. The trend of seeking urban locations for F1 races looks set to continue under Liberty Media’s ownership, with Madrid set to replace the Spanish Grand Prix in 2026 to enhance sustainability and fan convenience, something Incheon aims to leverage to bring F1 to their city.
