F1 to have 10 sprint races in 2027, including Monaco
Summary
Formula 1 will have 10 sprint races in its 2027 season, up from the current six. New sprint events will take place in Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Monaco, and Abu Dhabi, alongside existing sprints in Canada, Britain, Italy, Brazil, and Qatar.Key Facts
- Sprint races are shorter races held on Saturdays, with an extra qualifying session on Fridays.
- The 2027 season starts in Bahrain from March 12-14, followed by Saudi Arabia a week later.
- Some races in the Middle East might be uncertain due to ongoing conflicts in the region.
- Portugal and Turkey will return to the F1 calendar in 2027 after several years away.
- Sprint races attract more fans by offering racing action across three days instead of two.
- Monaco will hold a sprint race for the first time, even though overtaking there is very difficult.
- The 2027 season will have 24 grand prix races across five continents.
- Pre-season testing for 2027 is scheduled in Bahrain from February 24-27.
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