F1 to have 10 sprint races in 2027, including Monaco
Formula 1 increases the number of sprint races from six to 10 for the 2027 World Championship.
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"We are thrilled to welcome Portugal and Turkey to the championship and to expand sprint racing to 10 events, giving our fans even more intensity, drama, and the wheel-to-wheel action that make our sport so special."
— Stefano Domenicali , Executive
"The 2027 FIA F1 World Championship calendar is a strong reflection of the global appeal and continued growth of our sport."
— Mohammed Ben Sulayem , Executive
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Formula 1 increases the number of sprint races from six to 10 for the 2027 World Championship.
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