Formula 1 and the Dutch Grand Prix promoter have confirmed a one-year contract extension, ensuring that the Circuit Zandvoort will remain a fixture on the Formula 1 calendar through the 2026 season.
However, after much deliberation, the promoter has decided that the 2026 race will mark the event’s final appearance on the calendar, bringing an end to a memorable era of racing in the Netherlands.
Since its return in 2021, the Dutch Grand Prix has been a thrilling spectacle, attracting large crowds of passionate fans.
The event has seen great action, particularly with local hero Max Verstappen dominating the race and securing the world championship four years in a row.
Verstappen’s success, combined with the event’s spectacular setting and unique fan experience, has helped cement the Dutch Grand Prix’s place in F1 history.
The race at Circuit Zandvoort, with its famous banked corners, has become renowned for the electrifying atmosphere, drawing Dutch fans and international spectators alike.
It has also played a key role in showcasing the future of motorsport with sustainability at its core.
The Dutch Grand Prix has been at the forefront of F1’s commitment to sustainability, introducing innovative technologies that have been adopted across the sport’s global calendar.
This dedication to sustainable solutions has been crucial in the sport’s aim to reach net-zero emissions by 2030.
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, expressed his gratitude for the success of the Dutch Grand Prix, praising the collaboration that brought the race back to the Netherlands.
“I am incredibly grateful for the work that the team at the Dutch Grand Prix have done in recent years. They raised the bar for European Grands Prix in terms of event spectacle and entertainment,” Domenicali said.
“I want to thank all the team at the Dutch Grand Prix and the Municipality of Zandvoort for their fantastic partnership.”
Robert van Overdijk, Director of the Dutch Grand Prix, highlighted the unique collaboration behind the event’s revival, noting that it had exceeded expectations in terms of success.
“The appreciation from our visitors, drivers, and teams has been unprecedented, and we are incredibly proud of that,” he commented. He also mentioned the upcoming excitement surrounding the 2025 and 2026 races, including the introduction of a Sprint race in 2026.
Ticket sales for the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix are already underway, and fans are eagerly anticipating the final race in 2026.
The 2026 event will be significant not only as the last of its kind but also for the inclusion of a Sprint race, adding even more excitement to the schedule. The date for the final race will be announced next year.
The decision to conclude the race after 2026 is one that balances the success of the event with the promoter’s future priorities.
Van Overdijk explained that the team had carefully weighed the options, acknowledging that continuing the event could bring new opportunities, but that they wished to leave the race on a high note, while still enjoying the support of the F1 community and fans.
As the Dutch Grand Prix nears its final two races, the event’s legacy will be remembered not only for its thrilling races and Verstappen’s dominance but also for its role in setting new standards for F1 fan experiences and sustainability.