Turkey returns to the F1 calendar from 2027 in multi-year deal

Fan-favourite Istanbul Park back on the calendar from 2027

Published

24 APR 2026

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Formula 1 has today confirmed that Istanbul Park will return to the F1 calendar from 2027 as part of a new multi-year agreement.

The Turkish venue first hosted a Grand Prix in 2005 and remained on the calendar through to 2011, earning a reputation as a fan and driver favourite thanks to its challenging layout.

More recently, Istanbul Park made a brief return in 2020 and 2021, stepping in as a replacement venue and delivering two memorable races.

Turkey was last on the F1 calendar in 2021

Under the new agreement, Turkey will once again become a regular fixture on the Formula 1 calendar from 2027 onwards.

Atlassian Williams F1 Team has raced in every edition of the Turkish Grand Prix, with its best result at Istanbul Park coming in 2009, when Nico Rosberg converted a P9 grid slot into a P5 finish.

Despite hosting just nine Grands Prix in its history, the 5.338km venue – located roughly an hour from Istanbul’s bustling city centre – is a firm fan favourite. One corner in particular, the quadruple-apex left-hander at Turn 8, holds a place in modern F1 folklore and has inspired many imitators at newer venues.

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"We are delighted to be returning to the incredible and vibrant city of Istanbul from 2027 to thrill all our fans in Turkey and around the world on one of the most exciting and challenging circuits in Formula 1,” F1 president Stefano Domenicali shared.

"As a city, Istanbul represents a cultural gateway between Europe and Asia, offering a unique blend of history and tradition with a forward-thinking approach to sport, business, and entertainment.

“I want to thank His Excellency President Mr Erdoğan, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and the Turkish Automobile Sports Federation for their support in securing Formula 1’s return.

"Many memorable moments have been made in our sport’s history at Istanbul Park and I’m excited to begin the next chapter of our partnership, giving fans the opportunity to experience even more incredible racing in a truly fantastic location.”

Turkey over the years: