The Formula One’s Dutch Grand Prix will come to an end in 2026, organisers of the Circuit Zandvoort announced on Wednesday.
Formula 1 and the Dutch GP promoters, however, announced a one-year contract extension, which will see Circuit Zandvoort remain on the calendar through the 2026 season.
The Dutch Grand Prix has been held since 2021 in the windswept seaside resort of Zandvoort on the North Sea Coast.
BREAKING: Dutch Grand Prix has been extended to 2026
After much consideration and discussion, the decision has been taken by the promoter not to remain on the calendar after 2026#F1 pic.twitter.com/vXoTdkZgl0
— Formula 1 (@F1) December 4, 2024
Dutch Grand Prix director Robert Van Overdijk told the BBC: “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.
“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.”
F1 president and chief executive officer Stefano Domenicali, said: “The Dutch Grand Prix has raised the bar for European Grands Prix in terms of event spectacle and entertainment, supported the development of young talent by hosting F2, F3 and our F1 Academy series, and have also pioneered sustainable solutions that have inspired our events around the world as we drive towards being net zero by 2030.”
Red Bull driver, Max Verstappen won the first three races after Zandvoort returned to the calendar, before McLaren’s Lando Norris’ triumph this year.
The 2025 Dutch Grand Prix will take place from 29-31 August.
