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F1·BREAKING·October 19, 2026 11:25 PM ET

Rwanda lands Formula 1 Grand Prix on 10-year deal

Racing starts in early 2030s

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 7h1 min read
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What happened: Rwanda signed a 10-year agreement with Formula 1 to host a Grand Prix. The race will be billed as the African Grand Prix and is slated for the early 2030s.

Why it matters: The move returns Africa to the Formula 1 calendar. A decade-long commitment secures a new long-term venue for the championship.

What to watch: Circuit details, construction timeline and debut season are still to be confirmed.

Sources

  • BBC 
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