The Formula 1 calendar will change considerably for 2023. The South African GP is imminent and the weekend in Las Vegas is already confirmed for next season. On the other hand, the Belgian and French GPs may not be on the schedule. Verstappen would like to see the return of the South African GP.
The Formula 1 calendar will change considerably for 2023. The South African GP is imminent and the weekend in Las Vegas is already confirmed for next season. On the other hand, the Belgian and French GPs may not be on the schedule. Verstappen would like to see the return of the South African GP.
"When you look at the continents where you race, I think we definitely need to try to go to Africa a little bit more. At the moment, it seems like the most likely place to go is South Africa, because they already have a track and (F1) has been there before," Verstappen said in an interview with LADbible.
The deal with the Kyalami circuit is said to be almost complete. The intention is that a multi-year commitment will be signed. The last time the premier class of motorsport passed through there was in 1993. The circuit is still in reasonable condition, as it has only recently been renovated. This earned the track a Grade 2 license.
To host Formula 1, a Grade 1 license is required. According to the latest rumors, this should not be too difficult to achieve. Extra exhaust areas and an investment in TecPro crash barriers are the main requirements to receive the proper certification.
It is well known to Max Verstappen that Spa-Francorchamps is his favorite track on the Formula 1 calendar. So it would be a bit harsh if his beloved Belgian Grand Prix disappeared in favor of South Africa.