Formula 1 expands 2027 calendar to include 10 sprint races
RaceFans • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Formula 1 has announced an increase in sprint races for the 2027 World Championship, expanding from six to ten events. The new format will include a shorter race on Saturday and an extra qualifying session on Friday. Notable locations for these sprint races will include the prestigious Monaco circuit. This change reflects F1's ongoing efforts to enhance the appeal of its racing format and engage fans more effectively.
- •F1's 2027 calendar will feature 10 sprint races.
- •Sprint events include a Saturday race and a Friday qualifying session.
- •Monaco will host one of the sprint races.
- •The change aims to increase fan engagement.
- •This decision follows a successful venture with sprint races in previous seasons.
- 9:07 AMRaceFans — Monaco to hold first sprint race as F1 increases total to 10 on 2027 calendar - RaceFans
- 9:01 AMBBC News — Formula 1 2027: Calendar to have 10 sprint races next year, including Monaco - BBC
- 9:00 AMMotorsport.com — F1 announces 2027 calendar - with Monaco among 10 sprint races - Motorsport.com
"Monaco will host an F1 sprint race for the first time in 2027 as the championship expands the format from six to 10 events on its new 24-race calendar
"Despite concerns over the viability of racing in the Middle East, Formula 1 has announced its 2027 season will begin and end there.
"Formula 1 increases the number of sprint races from six to 10 for the 2027 World Championship.
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External links- RaceFansSep 16, 2026, 9:07 AMMonaco to hold first sprint race as F1 increases total to 10 on 2027 calendar - RaceFans
Despite concerns over the viability of racing in the Middle East, Formula 1 has announced its 2027 season will begin and end there.
- BBC NewsSep 16, 2026, 9:01 AMFormula 1 2027: Calendar to have 10 sprint races next year, including Monaco - BBC
Formula 1 increases the number of sprint races from six to 10 for the 2027 World Championship.
- Motorsport.comSep 16, 2026, 9:00 AMF1 announces 2027 calendar - with Monaco among 10 sprint races - Motorsport.com
Monaco will host an F1 sprint race for the first time in 2027 as the championship expands the format from six to 10 events on its new 24-race calendar
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