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FORMULA 1 extends contract with Japan: SUZUKA until 2024

The Japanese GP remains a solid component of the Formula 2024 calendar until 1. Liberty Media has confirmed the extension of the contract with the organizers.

Photo: HB Press

A lot has been done on the calendar in recent weeks Formula 1 in the coming years. A classic race in the country the rising sun but remained a fixed part of the royal class of motorsport. GP of Japan has extended its contract for a further three years.

The press release confirmed the extension Formula 1 with a Japanese promoter Mobilityland. The contract is valid until the end of the year 2024. But this is not just about performance of the race itself, but is firmly established as well Suzuka as a venue. “This extension is part of our long-term commitment to the growth of sport in Asia,He said Stefano domenicali. The contract extension is not surprising, as Japan has a large motorsport tradition and a large fan base. “I’m happy that Formula 1 will be driving at Suzuki for another three years. Japan has a special place in the hearts and minds of Formula 1 fans around the world and Suzuka has been the scene of many legendary moments of the sport,He added Sundays.

Suzuka is very popular among racers, and motorsport has a great tradition and a huge number of fans in Japan, so the contract extension is not surprising - Photo: HB Press

First two Japanese races Formula 1 has done years 1976 in 1977 v Fuji. It was homey, however, that the royal class of motorsport felt in Suzuki. The track, which is very popular with many racers and is located near the city Nagoya, was the first scene of the race for GP of Japan leta 1987 and since then it has been an integral part of the calendar almost every year. The only exceptions were over the years 2007 in 2008when the Formula 1 caravan moved to v Fuji, and of course 2020when they had to cancel the race due to a coronavirus pandemic.                            

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