On April 26, Beijing time, the News of the Star, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali made it clear that the historical track is not unshakable. The newspaper interpreted that in order to expand its global influence, F1 is likely to sacrifice many traditional European competitions. And many of them are about to celebrate their 100th anniversary.
To that end, they listed 6 potentially cancelled tracks, all of which are familiar names to us.
F1 has been busy expanding its reach in recent years, from soaring broadcast costs to the launch of new races in the United States and West Asia, as well as working with online media outlets to launch a series.
The media expects that there will be a number of sub-races in the future, including the long-awaited Shanghai station, Las Vegas station, Qatar station and the legendary New African Race South Africa. In addition, they do not want to abandon the Saudi station.
When a new track is added, the old track will have to move its position. Although they don't leave permanently, many famous competitions can't be seen for a year, and they are really unaccustomed.
According to the FIA, the maximum number of races is 24 races throughout the year. After being disqualified in Russia, there will not be enough places in next year's race. Although most of the competitions in Europe have a long history, some of them are likely to leave the stage of F1. In the event of exceptional circumstances, the number of seats in the 24 stations will be reduced.
1. Belgium station
First and foremost is the Spa circuit, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2 years' time. However, there are too many competitions here every year, and it is too crowded. Many races, including the Spa 24 Hours, are played here.
According to British media statistics, the Spa circuit has played 20 consecutive rain games. Every time an F1 team comes to Belgium, it's like a big gamble. There have also been times when half of the track was rainy and half dry. Winning here requires, in addition to excellent driving skills and racing, luck is also essential.
2. Monaco Station
One of the most famous matches, however, morocco does not meet the requirements for television broadcasting.
The average overtaking here is only 12 times a year, and qualifying victories are equivalent to regular victories. While the FIA is currently pushing hard for sprint qualifying, Monaco clearly doesn't meet that requirement. Although, this is the home of Ferrari No. 1 driver Leclerc.
3. Monza Station
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Monza Circuit, and their contract with F1 is only until 2024. In addition, Italy has 2 races and Monza faces a rivalry with Imola.
4. Spanish station
Barcelona has been hosting since '91, but in the past, they have always been criticized, especially for the famous deceleration bend.
In fact, the FIA has already discussed the cancellation of the bend, but it is also the most well-known part of the Spanish station. Considering that the deceleration is one of the only two opportunities on the track to overtake, once cancelled, the Spanish stop will be much less ornamental.
5. France Station
France has hosted 88 F1 races, but they have been changing tracks. After 2018, the Paul Rickard Circuit began to hold races. And before that, they were absent for a long time.
6. UK Station
Silverstone is home to a lot of F1 teams and many will say it's impossible to live without races. But the British media laughed at themselves: nothing is impossible. If they can bring more attention and ratings to the teams and races of F1, it will not have any impact on them when they are not racing in the UK.
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