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F1 has signed a new long-term contract with Monza, keeping the famous circuit on the calendar until 2031.
The Autodromo Nazionale Monza track, 12 miles north of central Milan, has hosted the Italian Grand Prix every year bar one since the inception of the Formula One world championship in 1950.
Traditionally the home of Ferrari, with thousands of tifosi in the stands, Charles Leclerc won the Scuderia’s home race this year for the second time.
Monza’s contract was due to expire after next year’s event but despite Imola’s re-introduction onto the calendar in recent years, executives at Monza have managed to strike a six-year extension.
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said: “I am delighted that the Italian Grand Prix will remain on the calendar until 2031. Monza is at the very heart of Formula 1 history and the atmosphere each year is unique as the Tifosi gather in huge numbers to cheer on Ferrari and the drivers.
“The recent upgrades to the circuit’s infrastructure and the planned investment show a strong commitment to the long-term future of Formula 1 in Italy, and I want to thank the President of the Automobile Club d’Italia, the Italian Government, and the Lombardy Region for their continued passion and commitment to our sport.
“I also want to pay tribute to our incredible fans across the country who support Formula 1 so passionately.”
Monza has made significant structural improvements in recent years, with 335,000 fans attending over the 2024 grand prix weekend.
Imola, meanwhile, could be heading for a rotational deal with another circuit, given the interest from various countries in hosting an F1 race in the future.
Domenicali recently hinted that an announcement will be made regarding rotational races, with Zandvoort, Spa and Barcelona also on the shortlist to be held once every two years.
Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton are tied for the most wins at Monza, at five, while Leclerc and Max Verstappen have both won the Italian GP twice.
Fernando Alonso is also a current driver with two wins to his name.
