Today, Formula 1 and the promoter of the Dutch GP announced a one-year contract extension, meaning F1 will race in Zandvoort until the end of the 2026 season.
The Dutch GP returned in 2021 after a 36-year absence from the sport. Right on time to see local hero Max Verstappen mounting his first Championship campaign.
Since then, the newly crowned four-time champion has won the Dutch Grand Prix three times, with the exception of this year.
Despite the Dutchmen’s success, promoters decided not to extend the contract beyond 2026. The decision to exit came after discussions with F1 regarding a potential rotation with other European races.
Stefano Domenicali on the exit
Stefano Domenicali, the President and CEO of Formula 1, stated:
“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 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.”
Dutch GP director on the decision to call it a day
Robert van Overdijk, Director of the Dutch Grand Prix, added:
“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.”
