Portuguese Grand Prix possible again

The Russia Grand Prix, which was scheduled for September 25, should be replaced with the Algarve among the options.

Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula 1, is ready to find an alternative to the Russian Grand Prix and maintain this year’s World Cup record of 23 races. Portugal again is a possibility and, according to Sport TV, Autódromo do Algarve was suggested by two teams at the meeting at which it was decided not to go to Sochi.

The Italian official says he has “many opportunities” for a September 25 date, with Turkey and Italy (Mugello) being the strongest centers in terms of facilities, with the September 11 events taking place in Monza and October in Singapore.

Domenicali told Race Fans, “We’ve proven in the last couple of years that we’re flexible and able to find solutions. So, we’ll have many options if there are problems,” explaining that there may be more races and the calendar in the future, “that could be up to 25 “.

Confident of having secured 22 races, the Formula One chief says he is “in no hurry to decide” on a new race location, a sign that tough negotiations may emerge. More than the location or quality of the track, the amount a candidate country is willing to pay may be crucial. And then Portugal will not be among the first.