The Brazilian Grand Prix will remain part of the Formula 1 calendar until at least 2035 following a five-year contract extension. Stakeholders reached the agreement to lock in the long-term future of the race at the Interlagos circuit.
Long-Term Commitment and Infrastructure Upgrades
The event is officially titled the Sao Paulo Grand Prix to acknowledge the financial backing provided by the city council. The previous contract extension was signed before the 2023 race, securing the event through 2030.
Formula 1 management sought to lock in races in vital markets for the long term, making Brazil the latest venue to receive an extended deal while committing to modernize its aging infrastructure. This extended timeframe provides local authorities with the necessary stability to write off those financial investments.
F1 president and CEO Stefano Domenicali praised the country’s racing heritage and fan base. “Brazil is an important part of Formula 1’s history and our future, and I am delighted that this five-year extension will see us continue racing in Sao Paulo until 2035,” he stated, adding that the energy at Interlagos is extraordinary.
Domenicali also noted that the agreement highlights a lasting commitment to the nation, with plans to enhance the fan experience further.
Economic Impact and Local Support
Sao Paulo mayor Ricardo Nunes emphasized the financial benefits the grand prix brings to the region, justifying the continued municipal support. “It boosts the economy, creates jobs, strengthens tourism and raises our city’s international profile,” he explained.
Event organizers reported that the previous year’s event drew 303,000 spectators and generated an economic impact of R$2.3 billion for the city of Sao Paulo.
Event CEO Alan Adler expressed pride in the agreement, viewing it as acknowledgment of sustained investment and vision. He thanked Formula 1 leadership alongside Mayor Nunes and the Sao Paulo City Council for backing the modernization of the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace.
Formula 1 racing returned to the Interlagos venue in 1990 after relocating from Rio de Janeiro. The event has benefited from a global rise in championship popularity, and the 2026 edition is set to feature two Brazilian drivers on the grid for the first time in a decade, with Gabriel Bortoleto racing for Audi and Rafael Camara debuting for Haas.
