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F1 agrees plan to shorten race distances from 2027

Formula 1 teams have agreed a plan to reduce grand prix race distances for the 2027 season. Reports say the change is linked to a revised balance between electrical and internal-combustion power, with the maximum race length set to 290km.

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September 3, 2026
F1 agrees plan to shorten race distances from 2027

Formula 1 teams have agreed a plan to shorten grand prix race distances from the 2027 season. Multiple reports say the maximum length of races is set to be reduced to 290km.

The change is tied to adjustments in the balance between electrical and internal-combustion power in the future rules package. Earlier discussions had suggested only some events might be affected, but the agreed plan applies to all grands prix.

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