Dutch Grand Prix stops after 2026
Published on 04 December 2024 by Julien Lemmen
Formula 1 and the Dutch Grand Prix promoter have announced a one-year contract extension which will see Circuit Zandvoort remain on the Formula 1 calendar through the 2026 season. After much consideration and discussion, the decision has been taken by the promoter not to remain on the calendar after 2026.
The return of the Dutch Grand Prix in 2021 coincided with a period of dominance for local hero Max Verstappen, who has won the race three times, and been crowned World Champion in each of the four years the event has run to date. In 2025, the event will take place from August 29 to 31. The date for the final event in 2026, which will include a Sprint for the first time at the Dutch Grand Prix, will be announced next year.
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, said: “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, supported the development of young talent by hosting F2, F3 and our F1 Academy series, and have also pioneered Page 2 of 3 sustainable solutions that have inspired our events around the world as we drive towards being Net Zero by 2030.”
“All parties positively collaborated to find a solution to extend the race, with many options, including alternation or annual events on the table, and we respect the decision from the promoter to finish its amazing run in 2026. I want to thank all the team at the Dutch Grand Prix and the Municipality of Zandvoort who have been fantastic partners to Formula 1.”
Robert van Overdijk, Director of the Dutch Grand Prix, said: “The Dutch Grand Prix is the result of a unique collaboration between SportVibes, TIG Sports, and Circuit Zandvoort, who shared the ambition of bringing the race back to the Netherlands. What we have achieved so far is undoubtedly a huge success. The appreciation from our visitors, drivers, and teams has been unprecedented, and we are incredibly proud of that. “While today’s announcement signals the end of a monumental era, we are confident there is plenty more for fans to look forward to at the Dutch Grand Prix in 2025 and 2026, including the Sprint in 2026.”
“We are a privately owned and operated business, and we must balance the opportunities presented by continuing to host the event, against other risks and responsibilities. We have decided to go out on a high with two more incredible Dutch Grands Prix in 2025 and 2026. We wanted to take this step while our event is adored and supported by passionate fans, residents, and the Formula 1 community. I want to thank Stefano Domenicali and all the team at Formula 1 for the hard work that has seen multiple contract extensions realised and the Dutch Grand Prix be such a success.”
Priority for ticket holders at the final edition in 2026: The Formula 1 Heineken Dutch Grand Prix 2025 will take place from 29 to 31 August and tickets are available now. Details regarding ticket sales for the final edition in 2026 will be announced at a later date. Those who have purchased tickets for past editions will receive priority access to secure tickets for this historic final event.
2025 Dutch Grand Prix tickets for the Max Verstappen grandstands are available at verstappen.com/tickets
