The sport’s governing body has officially released the 2027 Formula 1 calendar, confirming a 24‑round programme that stretches from early March to late November. The schedule, published on Formula1.com, also introduces a record ten Sprint events, a move that will add extra on‑track action on Saturdays at selected venues.
Key highlights include the return of the traditional European classics – Monaco, Silverstone and Monza – each slated for their usual slots, while the Middle East continues its growing presence with races in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and the newly‑added Qatar Grand Prix, slated for October. The Asian swing sees the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka in October, followed by the Singapore night race, and the season will close in the United States at the newly‑renovated Las Vegas circuit.
For Indian viewers, the expanded calendar means more opportunities to catch live action on FanCode, which holds the exclusive streaming rights for the 2027 season. All Sprint events will be broadcast live, with the Saturday sprint qualifying and race shown in their entirety, followed by the main Grand Prix on Sunday. The first Sprint weekend is set for the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne on 8 March, kicking off the season with a double‑header that Indian fans can watch from 04:30 IST (Sprint) and 07:30 IST (Grand Prix).
From a logistical perspective, the 2027 schedule maintains the 23‑weekend format that teams have grown accustomed to, but the addition of five extra Sprint weekends will test car reliability and driver stamina. Teams will need to manage tyre allocations carefully, as Sprint races award points for the top eight finishers, potentially reshuffling the early‑season championship battle.
For India: FanCode will stream every session, including practice, qualifying, Sprint and the main race, with a dedicated Indian commentary team. The first three races – Melbourne, Saudi Arabia (Jeddah) and Bahrain – will air at 04:30 IST, 07:30 IST and 08:30 IST respectively, giving fans a convenient morning slot. The schedule also aligns with Indian holidays, with a break over Diwali in early November, ensuring no clash with major domestic festivities.
Source: Formula1.com
