Sydney future host of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix in 2026?

The city of Sydney, and the government of New South Wales, are reportedly interested in a bid to host the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix from 2026. According to Australian television, discussions are underway.

Published on 21/10/2021 à 12:44

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Sydney future host of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix in 2026?

And if the Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 left Melbourne for Sydney? According to information from Seven News, Australia's most populous metropolis and the state of New South Wales would be interested in a bid which would see F1 set up shop in the flamboyant setting of Sydney Harbour.

NSW is considering a bold bid to steal the @F1 Grand Prix from Melbourne. 7NEWS can reveal high level talks are underway to potentially stage Australia's version of the famous Monaco race on our streets. https://t.co/OF81oZFF1j #F1 #7NEWS pic.twitter.com/2xvUYZJCDF

— 7NEWS Sydney (@7NewsSydney) October 21, 2021

According to our colleagues from Australian television, the candidacy would have one major attribute: offering drivers and viewers a spectacular track reminiscent of the Monaco Grand Prix. Even though Sydney already has a permanent circuit, the Sydney Motorsport Park.

The Australian Grand Prix has taken place at the Albert Park circuit in Melbourne since 1996. The two previous editions were canceled due to the health crisis. The GP will return to the calendar on April 10, 2022. The contract between F1 and Melbourne has been extended until 2025. And after? Sydney would be on a roll!