The Belgian Grand Prix will become rotational race on the Formula 1 calendar after agreeing a new five-year deal that runs until 2031, Afrosport reports.
The Spa-Francorchamps circuit was due to host one last race in 2025 under the current deal but has secured its future from 2026 as one of the rotational races in four of the next six seasons.
The races will be held in 2026, 2027, 2029, and 2031, while the 2028 and 2030 seasons will be skipped.
Speaking on the deal, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said: “The Belgian Grand Prix was one of the races that made up our maiden Championship in 1950, so as we kick off our 75th anniversary year it is fitting that we can share the news of this important extension.
“Spa-Francorchamps is rightly lauded by drivers and fans alike as one of the finest racetracks in the world and it has played host to some incredible moments over its many seasons in Formula 1.
“In recent years it has undergone significant work to improve the facility and overall fan experience, and I would like to pay tribute to the promoter and the Government of Wallonia for their dedication and passionate support for Formula 1 in Belgium.”
BREAKING: We’ve agreed a multi-year extension with the iconic Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps that will see the #BelgianGP on the calendar in 2026, 2027, 2029 and 2031! 🇧🇪#F1 pic.twitter.com/IPexBCYzEc
— Formula 1 (@F1) January 8, 2025
It is not yet clear which other races will get rotational spots but they are widely expected to be European events, in line with F1’s aim to enter as many markets as possible while retaining historic and traditional races.
The F1 calendar already features 24 races, which is the current limit under the existing Concorde agreement.
