F1 president Stefano Domenicali has hinted that calendar rotation is on the way, but which of Europe’s 10 circuits could be at risk?

With more and more countries keen to join the F1 programme, the sport is being forced to decide which existing circuits will become permanent and which may have to be postponed for several years.

Which European circuits are most and least likely to be part of F1’s rotation policy?

10.) Silverstone, British Grand Prix

Silverstone was the first circuit used for an F1 race and has been on the schedule continuously since 1987.

It’s hard to see a world where F1 leaves Silverstone, given that it’s half the teams’ home race, is one of the best-attended events and is a circuit that produces great racing.

The contract until 2034 signals that Silverstone is here to stay.

Rating: Very low risk

9.) Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Italian Grand Prix

Just as Silverstone has history, Monza has history and if Britain is home to 50% of F1 teams, Italy is home to the most important.

Being Ferrari’s home race, you only have to look at the moments after Charles Leclerc won the race in 2024 to show why this Grand Prix is ​​so meaningful.

He has a contract until 2025, but it seems very unlikely that he will not be extended.

Rating: Very low risk

8.) Red Bull Ring, Austrian Grand Prix

As long as Red Bull is in the sport, Austria will also be on the calendar.

The Red Bull Ring represents the home race of the current World Champions and its simple design makes it a great venue for racing.

Austria has a contract until 2030, so it would be surprising if this was done on a rotating basis.

Rating: Very low risk

7.) Hungaroring, Hungarian Grand Prix

The contract until 2034, the second longest contract in Europe behind Silverstone, shows that the Hungaroring is here to stay.

This vote of confidence is an impressive achievement considering there are relatively few historical connections to the circuit, but it also gives F1 a chance to reach other parts of Central Europe that it would otherwise not be able to reach.

Rating: Low risk

6.) Circuit de Monaco, Monaco Grand Prix

Monaco’s relegation from the F1 calendar seems unlikely, but ongoing complaints about racing standards and the promoter’s reluctance to bend to F1’s will have made the situation more doubtful than ever.

F1’s most famous race has a contract until the end of 2025 but its renewal is not guaranteed.

The glitz and glamor should be enough for it to survive, but compared to other historic tracks it is much more under threat.

Rating: Low risk

5.) Baku City Circuit, Azerbaijan Grand Prix

It’s one of the most enjoyable street tours that produces incredible views, but Baku has probably 55 million reasons to stay.

Azerbaijan pays the biggest fee to F1 among all European races, and this figure could increase with contract renewal rumors.

Rating: Low risk

4.) Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Belgian Grand Prix

It may be a driver favourite, but safety concerns and the unpredictable nature of the weather have left the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps more under threat than ever.

There is also a logistical problem as the circuit is in the middle of nowhere and, unlike the similar Silverstone, Spa does not have easy access roads.

There has been a partial renovation to bring some of the space up to date but there is still work to be done before the contract can be extended.

Rating: High risk

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3.) Autodromo Internazionale Enzo and Dino Ferrari, Emilia Romagna Grand Prix

With space limited, it will be difficult to justify holding more than one race in one country, and while the US has the money, Italy cannot generate the same level of cash.

Therefore, it seems likely that one of the two Italian races will join the rotation pool, and when it comes to Imola or Monza, it seems more certain that Monza will stay.

In terms of contract, the Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino has only one race left on Ferrari’s current deal.

Rating: High risk

2.) Circuit Park Zandvoort, Dutch Grand Prix

Although thousands of passionate Verstappen fans sell out every year, Zandvoort has been a track on rotation for some time.

Organizers are at least trying to avoid losing their permanent venues, but as one of the new venues it’s easy to see why F1 could make it part of the rotation package.

As for the benefits, it has excellent transport links and although it’s not one of the most sustainable races on the calendar, that may not be enough to save it.

Rating: High risk

1.) Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spanish Grand Prix

What is one way to be sure that a place will disappear? Announce a new circuit in the same country.

Barcelona is a well-known circuit but that familiarity could kill it. Having been used as a testing ground for several years, teams are sure of what to expect and the result has been some pretty boring racing over the years.

I’m not even talking about money.

Reports say Barcelona paid $25 million for his current contract, which expires in 2026, so it was pretty clear which way the wind was blowing when Madrid came in with an offer twice that.

In 2026, both Madrid and Barcelona will be on the calendar, but from now on F1 seems likely to remain only in the Spanish capital.

Rating: High risk

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