Monaco to host Formula 1 Sprint event in 2027
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 5:53 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Monaco has been selected as a venue for a Sprint event in the 2027 Formula 1 season. This decision was outlined by Craig Slater, who discussed the rationale behind Monaco's choice for the Sprint format. The Sprint event will introduce additional competitive opportunities in the storied Monaco Grand Prix weekend, enhancing the excitement of the race. Further details regarding the event structure and schedule are expected to be released as the date approaches.
- •Monaco chosen for 2027 F1 Sprint event
- •Craig Slater explains the decision
- •Sprint format aims to enhance race weekend
- •More competitive opportunities anticipated
- •Further details will be provided closer to the event
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Why F1 Sprint in Monaco Makes Sense Despite the Heritage
- 5:53 PMRacer — Conventional wisdom was that an F1 Sprint race wouldn't work in Monaco. So why is F1 doing one?
"The 2027 Formula 1 calendar’s release has raised plenty of questions. The first, and perhaps most pressing one, being: What is happening at the end of 2026?The short answer is nobody knows yet, but the longer one is Formula 1 is very much treating it as business as usual at...
"F1 sprung a surprise by announcing Monaco GP as one of the sprint venues in 2027, but it may not be that bad idea despite the thinking of many. After a delay of about three months to release the 2027…
"Craig Slater explains why Monaco has been chosen as a Sprint venue for the 2027 F1 season.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 3:00 PMWhy F1 Sprint in Monaco Makes Sense Despite the Heritage
F1 sprung a surprise by announcing Monaco GP as one of the sprint venues in 2027, but it may not be that bad idea despite the thinking of many. After a delay of about three months to release the 2027…
- RacerSep 16, 2026, 5:53 PMConventional wisdom was that an F1 Sprint race wouldn't work in Monaco. So why is F1 doing one?
The 2027 Formula 1 calendar’s release has raised plenty of questions. The first, and perhaps most pressing one, being: What is happening at the end of 2026?The short answer is nobody knows yet, but the longer one is Formula 1 is very much treating it as business as usual at...
- Sky Sports—Explained: Why is there a Monaco Sprint in 2027?
Craig Slater explains why Monaco has been chosen as a Sprint venue for the 2027 F1 season.
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