Sprint expansion remains part of F1 calendar discussions
Recent coverage from multiple Formula 1 outlets highlighted ongoing discussion about expanding sprint weekends. The reports point to F1’s long-held intention to increase the number of sprint events beyond the current six, citing promoter value and stronger audience interest than practice sessions.
Multiple Formula 1 outlets discussed the possibility of further sprint expansion as part of wider calendar planning. The topic also appeared in debate around ideas such as adding a sprint at Monaco and in assessments of the 2027 calendar.
According to the reported points, Formula 1 has long planned to raise the number of sprint weekends from the current total of six per season. One reason given is that the format provides promoters with more meaningful on-track action for paying spectators during a race weekend.
The same reporting also said audience figures support the format more than standard practice running, with fans tuning in more often for sprint sessions than for practice sessions. The coverage framed the issue as part of a broader debate over how far sprint expansion should go.
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