F1 reveals its calendar for 2027 - featuring Monaco as one of the 10 sprint events.

F1 has announced its 24-race schedule for the 2027 season, increasing the number of sprint weekends to 10, starting the season in Bahrain and concluding in Abu Dhabi.

The 2027 season is set to commence on 14 March with the Bahrain Grand Prix, which returns to its traditional opening position as a double-header with Saudi Arabia, while Melbourne's Australian Grand Prix becomes the third event on the list.

After races in Japan and China, F1 moves to Miami and Montreal in May. The two events will remain spaced three weeks apart, but Canada’s race on 23 May is scheduled to avoid overlapping with IndyCar's Indy 500.

F1 will first head to Europe for the Monaco Grand Prix on 6 June, which will feature a sprint race for the first time, despite the narrow street circuit limiting overtaking opportunities. It is believed that F1 aims to capitalize on Monaco's qualifying spectacle by providing two distinct qualifying sessions on Friday and Saturday.

Portugal makes its return to the calendar for the first time since 2021 with a race at the Algarve circuit in Portimao, set for 20 June. The British Grand Prix follows on 4 July at Silverstone, succeeded by races in Austria, Belgium, and Hungary, the latter concluding the first half of the season on 1 August.

Bahrain is scheduled to host both pre-season testing and the 2027 season opener

Post summer break, the action resumes in Italy on 5 September, followed by Madrid. Alongside Portugal, Turkey also returns to the calendar on 3 October, serving as the middle leg of a triple-header that includes Baku and Singapore.

A subsequent triple-header in the Americas features Austin, Mexico, and Brazil, while the Las Vegas Grand Prix stands alone on 20 November.

The season is set to conclude with a double-header in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, both incorporating a sprint format.

Monaco among 10 rounds to feature a sprint race

Monaco is included in the 10 sprint races on the schedule, an increase from six, as F1 management sought to broaden the format for commercial benefits. Bahrain, Australia, Japan, and Abu Dhabi will also see their first sprint races, while the format returns to Canada, Britain, Italy, Brazil, and Qatar.

"Due to the ongoing success and strong demand for the format, the number of Sprint events has risen from six to ten for 2027, providing even more competitive action throughout the season for fans, promoters, broadcasters, and partners," F1 stated.

"Since the Sprint was introduced in 2021, data shows that total viewership of Sprint weekends is 12% higher than non-Sprint weekends, Sprint Qualifying attracts up to three times more fan interest than Free Practice, 82% of attendees at Sprint weekends report it adds value to their ticket, and 75% of F1 fans believe Sprint events enhance the overall season calendar."

Portugal will return to the F1 calendar in 2027

Pre-season testing will revert to a single four-day session in Bahrain from 24-27 February.

Regarding the end of the 2026 season, F1 remains committed to holding Qatar and Abu Dhabi as scheduled until further notice. However, Motorsport.com understands that plans are underway in Imola to potentially host the season finale on the Abu Dhabi weekend if either Middle Eastern race cannot proceed due to the ongoing conflict in the region.

F2 has already added an extra race to its Baku schedule, indicating that the single-seater series aims to enhance the conclusion of its season.

“The 2027 calendar features some of the most iconic circuits and vibrant cities globally, creating a remarkable stage for another unforgettable Formula 1 season," said F1 CEO and president Stefano Domenicali. "We are excited to reintroduce Portugal and Türkiye to the championship and to expand Sprint racing to ten events, offering our fans even more intensity, drama, and wheel-to-wheel action that define our sport."

“The 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship calendar reflects the global allure and continued growth of our sport," FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem added. "With twenty-four Grands Prix across five continents, the return of Portugal and Türkiye, and the opportunity for an expanded Sprint program, the calendar merges tradition, innovation, and fan engagement while upholding the highest sporting standards." 

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