Formula 1 to reduce official race distances to 290 kilometers in 2027
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What happened
The FIA has approved a reduction in official Formula 1 race distances from 305 kilometers to 290 kilometers, effective for the 2027 season.
Why it matters
The adjustment to race distances is attributed to upcoming changes in power units.
Context
The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) serves as the governing body for international motorsport.
The 2027 season will mark the 78th running of the Formula One World Championship, which is scheduled to consist of twenty-four Grands Prix.
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- Brandonsun Formula 1 to cut official race distances from 305 to 290 kilometers
- News247Plus Only News That Matters Why will Formula 1 races be shorter from 2027?
- Wikipedia 2027 Formula One World Championship Background reference · Wikipedia text used under CC BY-SA 4.0.