Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Formula 1 Eyes Return to Portugal Amidst Calendar Expansion
Imagine a very fast car race called Formula 1.
It's gotten super popular, like a fun TV show!
One place, Portugal, wants to have the race again.
They had it before in 2020 and 2021.
The leader of Portugal really wants this to happen, promising the race in 2027.
However, many other places want to host the race too, like Thailand and South Africa.
So, it's not a sure thing.
Formula 1 might let different places take turns hosting the race each year, because everyone wants to watch!
Formula 1 may return to Algarve International Circuit (Portimao) in 2027.
The circuit previously hosted F1 races in 2020 and 2021.
Portugal's Prime Minister is actively seeking to bring F1 back.
Several other countries are also vying for a spot on the F1 calendar.
F1 is considering a rotation system for its race calendar.
- Who
- Portugal's Prime Minister and Formula 1.
- What
- Formula 1 potentially returning to Portugal.
- When
- Potentially in 2027.
- Where
- Algarve International Circuit (Portimao), Portugal.
- Why
- Due to the increasing popularity of Formula 1 and the desire to host major events for promotion and financial gain.
Portugal's Perspective
Global Racing Interest
Venue Competition
Portugal's Perspective
Seeking to secure Formula 1 to boost promotion.
Global Racing Interest
Other countries, such as Thailand and South Africa, are also in competition.
- Circuit Name
- Algarve International Circuit (Portimao)
- Previous F1 Races
- 2020, 2021
- Winning Driver (2020, 2021)
- Lewis Hamilton
- Portugal PM
- Luis Montenegro
- Target Year
- 2027