F1 in London? New plans for city racing in Formula 1 as early as 2026

F1 in London? Formula 1 could hold a city race in England as early as 2026.

F1 is big in Great Britain, where the first World Cup race in Formula 1 was decided in 1950 and the country has its stars. Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, Lando Norris And Alex Alban In this year’s startup sector. The sport has a strong presence in the country.
Starting in 2026, it could get even stronger. According to The Times and The Independent F1’s owner Liberty Media has begun talks about allowing the F1 roar through London, through the Royal Albert Dock industrial area, near London City Airport and the ExCeL Centrum exhibition area, where the electric Formula E championship already competes. The Independent also has a map in its article.

F1 2026 in London?

According to the newspaper, there is a plan for a brand new track in Docklands, one lap 5.9km long and 22 corners, with many overtaking opportunities to be built next to the Thames where 95,000 people will be built. The idea is for the track to be similar to the track in Montreal, where the Canadian GP is regularly held, and London Mayor Sadiq Khan is said to be positive about the idea.
This is far from the first time F1 has discussed the possibility of an F1 circuit in London, but it has never materialized.
– A facility can be constructed within 24 months once planning permission is granted. I think an F1 race can be organized in London in August 2026, if everyone gets behind the proposal it is possible, says Max Farrell, director of LTN Collective, one of the proposed companies, to British The Times.

On 75 occasions Formula 1 has raced in Great Britain, and since 1987 they have raced at Silverstone every year. F1 has competed at Brands Hatch on 12 occasions and in 1993 the European GP was held at Donington Park.

Formula 1 2023 in brief

Fernando Alonso has taken two third-place finishes in the World Cup this season, the best start to the season for an Aston Martin driver. He also believes the team has approached Red Bull.
– We actually led the race. Just managed to take the first pictures of one Aston Martin In the forefront. He says it’s two rounds, but it won’t be the last time.

George Russell Mercedes I think the Australian GP will be similar to the one in Saudi Arabia.
– Asphalt is similar to what we just competed with. There are also two fast corners with good flow. I think the result will be the same as in Jeddah.

Carlos Sainz is clear:
– The car performs as well on the track as it does in the wind tunnel. So, we know where the problem appears and where our Achilles heel is. “We know we need to develop the car further, but we need time,” he tells motorsport-total.com.