The Dutch Grand Prix will leave the Formula 1 calendar after 2026, the series has confirmed.
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The Zandvoort race returned to the championship three years ago and quickly became one of the sport’s most popular events. Large crowds have attended each running, and the first two editions since its return were won by the Netherlands’ multiple world champion Max Verstappen.
Promoters have agreed a one-year extension so the Dutch Grand Prix will continue through 2026. Formula 1 confirmed the final Dutch Grand Prix on the current schedule will take place as a sprint weekend.
Dutch Grand Prix director Robert van Overdijk explained the decision was driven by financial considerations. “We are a privately owned and operated business, and we must balance the opportunities presented by continuing to host the event, against other risks and responsibilities,” he said. “We have decided to go out on a high with two more incredible Dutch Grands Prix in 2025 and 2026.
“We wanted to take this step while our event is adored and supported by passionate fans, residents, and the Formula 1 community. I want to thank [F1 CEO] Stefano Domenicali and all the team at Formula 1 for the hard work that has seen multiple contract extensions realised and the Dutch Grand Prix be such a success.”
The F1 calendar will expand in 2026 with a new race in Madrid, meaning one existing round must be removed to accommodate the additional event.
Stefano Domenicali said Formula One Management and the promoter explored several options to keep Zandvoort on the calendar. “All parties positively collaborated to find a solution to extend the race, with many options, including alternation or annual events on the table, and we respect the decision from the promoter to finish its amazing run in 2026,” he said. “I want to thank all the team at the Dutch Grand Prix and the Municipality of Zandvoort who have been fantastic partners to Formula 1.”
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