Spa-Francorchamps axed from F1 schedule in 2028 and 2030
- Belgian Grand Prix agrees rotational deal from next year
- Dutch GP at Zandvoort will leave the calendar
Formula One says the Belgian Grand Prix will be rotated from next year as the sport moves to introduce new races to the calendar. The deal means the fixture at Spa-Francorchamps – which is among the most recognisable circuits in F1 – will be omitted from the schedule in 2028 and 2030.
F1’s decision will free up room for new venues to be introduced with Thailand, Argentina, Rwanda and a second race in Saudi Arabia all vying for a place on the schedule. It could also mean the races in Imola and Barcelona’s Circuit de Catalunya will be rotated in the seasons to come. Both races are in danger, with a street round in Madrid due to be introduced next year.
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