Spa will remain on the Formula 1 calendar until the 2025 season

Spa-Francorchamps will remain on the Formula 1 calendar as the venue for the Belgian Grand Prix until then At least the 2025 seasonThis happened after his contract with the tournament was renewed for an additional season.

This event has long been considered likely Vulnerable, that is, with many options not to survive On the calendar, since every time More races addedAnd with the Dutch Grand Prix – held for the first time in 2021 – it is certain to have an impact on spectator numbers at Spa, given its proximity.

next to, Grand Prix disaster 2021When the race was canceled by a red flag after a few laps behind the safety car, The headquarters was also questioned. However, the interest generated by Max Verstappen in attendance at Spa-Francorchamps continued to increase, despite the great success of the neighboring event in Zandvoort.

Thanks to the additional capacity of the stands, Attendance during the 2023 weekend reached 380,000 spectators, 20,000 more than the previous edition.. This year’s race has been moved from the traditional date in August to July, which is also the month in which the race will be held in 2024.

In its announcement, Formula 1 pointed this out The department has seen significant improvements, Adding that it has also improved its entertainment offerings.

The organization noted that SpaIt has witnessed significant development in its infrastructure in recent yearsWhich includes an increase of 10,000 seats in the arena through the addition of two new pavilions, as well as offering a greater range of entertainment for fans throughout the weekend, including the addition of live concerts.

F1 CEO, Stefano DomenicaliHe explained that the spa remains an important event on the calendar, while hinting that safety remains a priority.

“Spa is synonymous with Formula 1, because it was one of the circuits in our first season [del campeonato]. I am therefore delighted to extend our relationship with them until 2025. The promoter has made great strides in recent years to improve the fan experience and infrastructure, and Work is underway between all stakeholders with a clear focus on delivering safe and exciting racing. “I would like to thank the promoter and the Wallonia government for their continued support,” the Italian commented.