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Formula 1 to cut official race distances from 305 to 290 kilometers

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The Associated Press. (2026, September 21). Formula 1 to cut official race distances from 305 to 290 kilometers. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/sports/auto-racing/formula-1-to-cut-official-race-distances-from-305-to-290-kilometers/article_e0764f61-50c6-53a6-86df-91b8b31dbc45.html

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Formula 1 has reduced official race distances from 305 kilometers to 290 kilometers for the next season, as approved by the Formula 1 Commission in London. The reduction corresponds to a decrease of two or three laps and aligns with new power unit regulations set for 2027 that prioritize engine power over hybrid electrical output. Additionally, race organizers now have more flexibility to manage rain delays and red flags without strict time limits.

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Story summary

Formula 1 announced a reduction in maximum race distance for grands prix, from 305km (189.5 miles) to 290km (180.2 miles), effective for the 2027 season. The decision was made at a meeting of the F1 Commission, chaired by FIA and commercial rights holder Formula 1, in response to changes in car engine regulations favoring increased fuel consumption. To handle potential rain delays or accidents, organizers will now have more flexibility beyond the two-hour racing limit but must adhere to a new "hard stop time" that varies based on local conditions like nighttime races. This adjustment aims to ensure spectators experience full race distances despite interruptions.

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FIA Formula 1 LONDON the Formula 1 Commission

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FIA ORG · 2× LONDON GPE · 2× Formula 1 ORG · 1× Nikolas Tombazis PERSON · 1× Stefano Domenicali PERSON · 1× the Formula 1 Commission ORG · 1×

Narrative

“In line with the refinements to the power unit regulations to be introduced in 2027 on fuel flow, a reduction in the total race distance from 305km to 290km was approved, corresponding to a reduction of two or three laps”, the FIA said in a statement.

framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-09-22

🔮 Practice sessions will also gain added flexibility to extend following stoppages.

2026-09-22 · Toronto Star

Formula 1 to cut official race distances from 305 to 290 kilometers · assertive framing

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LONDON (AP) — Formula 1 has approved a 15-kilometer reduction in official race distances starting next season, cutting total distance from 305 to 290 kilometers. asserted

Formula → approve → kilometers

The decision was finalized in London by the Formula 1 Commission, chaired by F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and FIA Single-Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis. asserted

decision → finalize → Domenicali

FIA → introduce → statement

The change aligns with the upcoming 2027 power unit regulations, which favor increased engine power over hybrid electrical output. asserted

which → align → output

To better handle rain delays and red flags, the commission has also abolished the strict three-hour overall event cap. asserted

commission → handle → cap

While the two-hour maximum of active racing time remains, the change gives organizers flexibility to complete full race distances. asserted

change → remain → distances

Practice sessions will also gain added flexibility to extend following stoppages. asserted

sessions → gain → stoppages