Formula 1 has extended its contract with the Belgian Grand Prix but one of the sport’s most established races is set to be dropped from the schedule in 2028 and 2030.

The Belgian Grand Prix will appear on the F1 calendar for four of the next six seasons after 2025, taking place in 2026, 2027, 2029 and 2031. It marks a first step from F1 to introduce circuit rotation to its calendar amid sizable demand from countries around the world to host a grand prix.

Formula 1 has confirmed that the historic Belgian Grand Prix will stop being an annual race in 2027. Under a new deal announced today, Spa will host races in the next three seasons and then begin a period of rotation with other European dates.

The future of the Belgian Grand Prix has been secured with Spa Francorchamps continuing to host races until 2031 albeit on a rotational basis.

Formula 1 announced on Wednesday a “multi-year extension” of the Belgian Grand Prix, held at the historic Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. But there is a catch.

The Belgian Grand Prix has safeguarded its spot on the Formula 1 calendar by signing a new six-year deal starting in 2026, meaning the race at the famous Spa-Fr

The deal means the fixture at Spa-Francorchamps – which is among the most recognisable in F1 – will be omitted from the schedule in 2028 and 2030.

The 2024 Formula 1 season was a breath of fresh air following Max Verstappen's domination in 2023, with thrilling action throughout the year. An incredible seven different drivers won multiple races in 2024, as the pendulum swung between Red Bull, McLaren, Ferrari and Mercedes on various occasions.

The historic Belgian Grand Prix held at the renowned Spa-Francorchamps circuit, has secured a significant new contract with Formula 1 and will remain a fixture on the F1 calendar for four out of the six years spanning from 2026 to 2031.