Formula One Return to South Africa Uncertain Due to Political Alignment with Russia

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After three decades since South Africa last hosted a Formula One Grand Prix, there has been a resurgence of interest to see the prestigious event return to the African continent. Formula One boss Stefano Domenicali had previously suggested an extended race calendar featuring South Africa as a new venue, and racing superstar Lewis Hamilton has persistently endorsed this plan.

However, recent reports by racingnews365 suggest that South Africa’s political alignment with Russia might have put these plans on hold, at least for the near future. Citing anonymous sources, the outlet claims that Formula One has reconsidered its plans due to this close alignment, and the Belgian Grand Prix is expected to remain on the calendar for at least another year.

DHL Clarifies Rumors of Five-Year Contract with Formula One

Aside from the political alignment, there were rumors of a five-year contract between Formula One and logistics company DHL. However, DHL clarified that no such deal had been reached, but the company remains obligated to deliver F1 equipment to South Africa if the country is added back to the calendar.

Formula One Continues to Expand with New Venues

Interest in Formula One has grown exponentially in recent years, prompting organizers to add more dates to the calendar. New venues, like a street circuit in Las Vegas and more races in China, have already been confirmed.

The Obvious Choice for a Formula One Track in South Africa

South Africa’s Kyalami circuit in Johannesburg has been the most obvious choice for a Formula One track. It was the site of the 1993 South African Grand Prix, where French racing legend Alain Prost claimed victory from pole position driving a Williams-Renault, while his fierce rival Ayrton Senna from Brazil finished second in a McLaren-Ford. British racer Mark Blundell, driving a Ligier-Renault, completed the podium.

A Historic and Grueling Race

The 1993 South African Grand Prix was a grueling race, with only five out of the 26 starters completing the event. Prost’s dominance was such that he lapped every driver except Senna, establishing an impressive Formula One record.

Fans Await the Return of Formula One to South Africa

The return of Formula One to South Africa would undoubtedly bring excitement and a significant boost to the nation’s sporting landscape. However, political forces might stand in the way of this vision coming to fruition. Fans and supporters must now wait with bated breath, hoping that the situation changes in the coming years and allows South Africa to grace the Formula One calendar once again.

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