Formula 1’s CEO Stefano Domenicali recently hinted at potential major shifts in the F1 calendar that could affect Monaco’s Grand Prix, one of the sport’s most historic and iconic races.
With contracts for European venues like Monaco, Spa, Monza, Imola, and Zandvoort expiring in 2025, Domenicali suggested that a rotational approach may be implemented, where these traditional tracks would alternate hosting duties every other year.
The possible change is driven by increasing global demand, especially from new markets in the United States and the Middle East, with recent race additions in Las Vegas, Jeddah, and Miami, among others. Domenicali emphasized the importance of balancing tradition with economic opportunities and expanding Formula 1’s global appeal.
Europe currently hosts ten Grand Prix events, but the potential inclusion of new venues, such as Madrid from 2026, has placed Monaco’s annual race status under review. As the F1 calendar grows to a record 24 races, Liberty Media, the sport’s owner, is focusing on a strategy that ensures both economic growth and geographical diversity.
While a rotational calendar could mean fewer races in Europe, it would also secure these classic circuits’ presence, albeit intermittently, preserving their legacy in a constantly expanding F1 world.
