F1 announces 2027 calendar with increased Sprint weekends
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Formula 1 has revealed its 2027 calendar, which includes 24 races with the season opening in Bahrain. The number of Sprint weekends will increase from six to 10, reflecting the format's rising popularity. Notable changes include the return of the Portuguese and Turkish Grands Prix, while Zandvoort is removed from the schedule. The season will feature a mix of traditional venues and the addition of new Sprint events in Bahrain, Australia, Japan, and Monaco. The season concludes in Abu Dhabi in December.
- •2027 season begins March 12-14 in Bahrain.
- •Sprint weekends rise to 10, adding four more than previous years.
- •Portugal and Turkey return to the F1 calendar.
- •Monaco, Australia, and Japan will host their first Sprints.
- •Season finale scheduled for December 10-12 in Abu Dhabi.
- 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — F1 Announces 2027 Calendar as Bahrain Testing Dates and British GP Weekend Are Set
"Formula 1 has published its 2027 calendar, setting out a 24-round season that runs from March to December and has 10 sprint races, including the Monaco GP. The season will begin with pre-season testing in Bahrain from 24-27 February, at the Sakhir circuit.
"Formula 1 has announced its 2027 calendar and an increase in the number of Sprint weekends from six to 10, with the season starting in Bahrain.
"The 2027 Formula 1 calendar has been revealed with the number of Sprint events increasing to 10.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 9:03 AMF1 Announces 2027 Calendar as Bahrain Testing Dates and British GP Weekend Are Set
Formula 1 has published its 2027 calendar, setting out a 24-round season that runs from March to December and has 10 sprint races, including the Monaco GP. The season will begin with pre-season testing in Bahrain from 24-27 February, at the Sakhir circuit.
- Sky Sports—F1 announce 2027 calendar and increase in Sprint rounds
Formula 1 has announced its 2027 calendar and an increase in the number of Sprint weekends from six to 10, with the season starting in Bahrain.
- Formula1.com—What's new with the F1 Sprint in 2027?
The 2027 Formula 1 calendar has been revealed with the number of Sprint events increasing to 10.
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