Formula 1 has officially released its 2027 race calendar, announcing a total of 24 Grand Prix events and a record‑setting 10 sprint races. The schedule, confirmed by the FIA and presented at the 2024 F1 press conference, marks a significant expansion of the sprint format, which will now be held at nearly half of the season’s rounds.
Key highlights include the return of the historic British Grand Prix to the Snetterton circuit, a new sprint event in Singapore, and the addition of a Grand Prix in Vietnam – a first for the country. The calendar also sees the removal of the long‑running Bahrain race, with the Middle East’s racing focus shifting to the new Saudi Arabian and UAE venues. The 2027 season will start in March at the Bahrain International Circuit, and will conclude in December at the Yas Marina Circuit, maintaining the traditional opening and closing venues.
From a technical standpoint, the increased number of sprint races will impact team strategies, tyre allocations and driver workload. Teams will need to adapt to the shorter, high‑intensity format that tests both driver skill and car reliability over a condensed distance. The FIA has also updated the points system for sprint races, awarding points to the top ten finishers, which could influence championship standings earlier in the season.
For Indian fans, the 2027 calendar offers exciting opportunities to watch F1 live. The season will feature races in Asia, including the Singapore Sprint, which can be streamed on FanCode India. The Indian audience can tune in to the live broadcasts on FanCode’s premium package, which includes real‑time commentary in Hindi and English. The first race in Bahrain will be available at 6:00 PM IST, with subsequent races following the standard IST schedule, typically starting around 8:00 PM for weekend events.
Source: GMA Network & AugustMan Singapore
