Formula One has unveiled its official 2027 race calendar, and alongside the schedule it announced a notable increase in the number of Sprint race weekends, expanding the sprint format from six events to ten across the season. The campaign will kick off in Bahrain, where a four‑day pre‑season testing block is set for 24‑27 February, followed by the opening Grand Prix weekend on 12‑14 March, which will feature the new Sprint format. A week later the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will take place, also on a Sprint weekend, marking a back‑to‑back sprint‑focused start to the year.
For the fourth year running the championship will feature twenty‑four rounds, maintaining the record‑high tally that has become a hallmark of the modern era. Two classic circuits make a return: Portugal’s Algarve International Circuit at Portimão and Turkey’s Istanbul Park, both of which were absent in recent seasons but are now back on the timetable.
Their inclusion reflects the sport’s desire to blend historic venues with fresh challenges for teams and drivers. Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be omitted from the 2027 schedule, ending its three‑year run after the 2024 edition. Meanwhile, the Spanish Grand Prix at Barcelona will shift into a rotational arrangement with Belgium’s Spa‑Francorchamps. Under this new system, Barcelona will host the race in even‑numbered years starting in 2028, while Spa will hold the Belgian round in odd‑numbered years beginning in 2027.
This rotation aims to balance the calendar, reduce logistical strain, and keep the fan experience dynamic. The announcement was delayed longer than usual because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which created uncertainty around the final two races of the current season in Qatar and Abu Dhabi. Despite those challenges, the governing bodies have confirmed that both events will still be held later this year, preserving the traditional season finale in the region.
After the opening sprint weekend in Bahrain, the series moves to Australia, which returns to its traditional early‑April slot as the third round. The Australian Grand Prix will also feature a Sprint race, adding to the growing list of sprint weekends.
Japan follows with another Sprint event at the Suzuka Circuit, and the Chinese Grand Prix will conclude a three‑race Asian swing, though China will not host a Sprint this year. In North America, the Miami Grand Prix retains its place at the start of May, providing a high‑profile showcase on the Florida streets. The calendar then introduces Sprint weekends in Canada and, for the first time, Monaco.
The Monaco Sprint will give fans the chance to experience two separate qualifying sessions on the iconic Monte Carlo circuit, a novelty that the sport’s promoters say will heighten excitement and bring additional strategic layers to the race weekend. Mid‑June sees the return of the Portuguese Grand Prix at Portimão, followed by a Sprint weekend at the British Grand Prix in Silverstone on 2‑4 July. The Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring will be moved to follow the British round, creating a compact European cluster of events.
Belgium and Hungary will host back‑to‑back weekends in late July and early August, after which the championship will pause for the traditional summer break. This hiatus gives teams time for major upgrades and allows fans a respite before the autumn swing.
The season resumes in early September with a Sprint race at Italy’s historic Monza circuit, marking the first event after the five‑week summer pause—a longer break than the usual three‑week intermission. A week later the Spanish Grand Prix will take place in Madrid, shifting the venue from Barcelona as part of the rotational plan.
A triple‑header of races will follow in the Caucasus and Southeast Asia, featuring Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Singapore in quick succession. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix, held on a Saturday, will start this three‑race block on 24 September, with the Baku street circuit delivering its characteristic high‑speed sections and tight corners. The final segment of the calendar returns to the Americas, where the United States (Austin), Mexico, and Brazil will each host a Grand Prix, with the Brazilian round designated as a Sprint weekend.
Las Vegas will host a unique Saturday race, the only one of its kind in the 2027 schedule, though it will still be broadcast on Sunday morning in the United Kingdom due to time‑zone differences. The season will close with two Sprint weekends in the Middle East: Qatar and Abu Dhabi, scheduled for 10‑12 December. These events will cap off a year that sees Formula 1 racing on five continents, covering 24 Grands Prix and delivering ten Sprint weekends for the first time.
F1 President Stefano Domenicali praised the new calendar, stating, "The 2027 schedule brings together some of the most iconic circuits and vibrant cities in the world, creating an incredible stage for another unforgettable season of Formula 1. We are thrilled to welcome Portugal and Turkey back to the championship and to expand Sprint racing to ten events, giving our fans even more intensity, drama, and wheel‑to‑wheel action that make our sport so special." He added that the sport continues to grow, attracting new audiences globally, and highlighted the combined effort of drivers, teams, manufacturers, and partners in delivering a spectacle unlike any other sport. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem echoed these sentiments, noting that the calendar reflects the global appeal and continued growth of Formula 1, blending tradition, innovation, and fan engagement while upholding the highest sporting standards. Fans can follow the live action on Sky Sports F1, with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix marking the start of the September triple‑header.
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