The future of Formula 1 racing in Italy is uncertain
Formula 1's two races in Italy, the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola and the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, have contracts running until the 2025 season. However, with increased competition from around the world and suggestions that other European races could be rotated, Italy's chances of maintaining two races appear remote.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, in his statement before the Italian GP, said that the long-term prospects of Monza and Imola are close. zamHe said it would be evaluated immediately.
"There is one issue to be addressed in the short term, which is to evaluate the future of Formula 1 in Italy," said Domenicali. said. “We will need to understand whether they have the resources to keep two grands prix on the calendar or whether we focus on just one.”
“I want to thank Imola, because the organizers were ready to take risks in a difficult moment like COVID and confirmed that they fulfilled the commitment they made.”
Monza will begin improving facilities this autumn ahead of next year's race to meet demands from F1 chiefs. It is understood that these works will include larger tunnels under the track, better hospitality facilities and better grandstand areas.
Is it possible for Italy to lose two races?
Italy is one of the most rooted and traditional countries in Formula 1. Monza has hosted Formula One races since 1922, and Imola was an integral part of Formula One from the 1s to the 1980s before returning to the calendar in the 1990s and 1950s.
However, in recent years, Formula 1 has faced increasing competition from around the world. There are numerous proposals for new races in the United States, the Middle East and Asia, with many of these races generating more revenue than Italy's two races.
This competition is putting pressure on Formula 1 to make its calendar more profitable. This may mean that some races are rotated or removed altogether.
Losing two races for Italy would be a huge loss for fans of Italian motorsport and fans of F1 history. However, it could be a necessary step for the future of Formula 1.
