The Dutch Grand Prix will disappear from the Formula 1 calendar after 2026, the series has announced.
The race at Zandvoort returned to the championship just three years ago. It has proved a hugely popular event with large crowds turning up at the three races held so far, the first two of which were won by the Netherlands’ multiple F1 world champion Max Verstappen
The event promoters have agreed a one-year extension to ensure the race continues in 2026. F1 announced the final Dutch Grand Prix will be a sprint event.
Dutch Grand Prix director Robert van Overdijk said they were no longer able to accept the financial risks of holding the race.
“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,” he said. “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 [F1 CEO] 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.”
The F1 calendar is already due to expand in 2026 as a new race in Madrid will take place, requiring one existing round on the schedule to make way.
Domenicali said FOM and the promoter considered different options to keep the race on the calendar. “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,” he said. “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.”
This article will be updated.
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