La padel di Zandvoort which annually hosts the Dutch Grand Prix leaves Formula 1. The contract was due to expire in 2025 and today the announcement of the extension for just one more year. The Dutch Grand Prix, home of Max Verstappen, will leave the scene saying goodbye to the top category with a Sprint Race right in 2026.
Robert's words van Overdijk about Zandvoort
The decision to abandon Formula 1 seems to have been taken by the directors of the GP itself, who have no intention of hosting more than the top category. After a long break, the Dutch GP had returned more incredible than before, hosting not only F1, but also the minor categories such as F2, F3 and F1 Academy. Also establishing itself as the first circuit to spread sustainable technologies, now used in many other sporting events.
"The Dutch Grand Prix is the result of a unique collaboration between SportVibes, TIG Sports and Circuit Zandvoort, who shared the ambition to bring the race back to the Netherlands. What we have achieved so far is undoubtedly a great success. The appreciation of visitors, drivers and teams has been unprecedented and we are incredibly proud of it." He announced Robert Van Overdijk in the press release.
He concluded: “While today's announcement marks the end of a monumental era, we are confident that fans will be able to enjoy many other new features for the Dutch Grand Prix in 2025 and 2026, including the Sprint of 2026We are aprivate and self-managed company and we need to balance the opportunities afforded by the prospects of continuing to host the event with other risks and responsibilities. We have decided to end on a high note with two more incredible Dutch Grands Prix in 2025 and 2026. I want to thank Stefano Domenicali and the entire Formula 1 team for the success of the Dutch Grand Prix.»
Stefano Domenicali also speaks
Stefano domenicali, Chairman of F1 and Liberty Media, added: "I am incredibly grateful for the work done by the Dutch Grand Prix team over the past few years. They have raised the bar for European Grands Prix in terms of spectacle and entertainment and have supported the development of young talent by hosting F2, F3 and our F1 Academy series. They have also given the green light to sustainable solutions that have inspired our events around the world as we move toward the goal NetZero by 2030. "
«All parties have cooperated positively to find a solution to extend the race, with many options, including alternate or annual events on the table. But we respect the promoter's decision to finish its extraordinary run in 2026.»
“I want to thank the entire Dutch Grand Prix team and the Municipality of Zandvoort who have been fantastic partners for Formula 1.”
