Interlagos Secures Long‑Term Deal to Keep Brazil Grand Prix in São Paulo
The Interlagos circuit has signed a new contract with Formula 1, guaranteeing the Brazilian Grand Prix will stay in São Paulo for the foreseeable future.
The Brazilian Grand Prix will remain at the iconic Interlagos circuit in São Paulo for the next several seasons after the venue signed a fresh contract with Formula 1. Both Flashscore.com and Yahoo Sports reported that the agreement was announced this week, confirming the long‑standing partnership between the sport’s governing body and the Brazilian organisers.
Interlagos, officially known as Autódromo José Carlos Pace, first hosted a Formula 1 race in 1972 and has been a staple on the calendar since 1990, except for a brief hiatus in 2020 due to the COVID‑19 pandemic. The new deal is expected to run for at least five years, though the exact length has not been disclosed. The extension ensures that the South American swing of the championship will continue to feature the high‑downforce, altitude‑challenged layout that produces some of the sport’s most dramatic races.
Formula 1 officials highlighted the commercial and fan‑engagement benefits of keeping the race in Brazil. The country remains a passionate motorsport market, with former world champion Ayrton Senna still a national hero and a growing fan base that streams races on platforms like FanCode. The contract renewal also aligns with F1’s broader strategy of stabilising its calendar after a period of rapid venue changes caused by the pandemic and shifting commercial interests.
For Indian fans, the Brazil Grand Prix will be broadcast live on FanCode with Indian Standard Time (IST) start times typically around 02:30 am on race day, meaning a late‑night viewing slot. Highlights and re‑runs are usually available the same day on the platform’s on‑demand library, allowing fans to catch the action at a more convenient hour.
Keeping the race at Interlagos also means that teams will continue to face the unique challenges of the circuit’s short lap length (4.309 km), high humidity, and the famous "Senna S" corner, which often influences tyre strategy and overtaking opportunities. The extension is a win‑win for the sport’s global footprint and for Brazilian fans who cherish the race’s historic moments.
Source: Flashscore.com