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Milei commits to reviving Formula 1 racing in Argentina
Argentine President Javier Milei has pledged to pursue the return of Formula 1 to the country, signalling his personal involvement in lobbying efforts to secure a Grand Prix venue. Argentina last hosted an F1 race in 1998.
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President Milei announced his intention to bring Formula 1 racing back to Argentina during remarks on Sunday, committing to lead diplomatic efforts aimed at restoring the nation's presence on the international motorsport calendar.
The Argentine leader said he would dedicate himself to drumming up support for a Grand Prix in the coming weeks, positioning the initiative as a priority for his administration. The announcement signals a shift in Argentina's sporting ambitions, with the country having been absent from F1 competition for over two decades.
Argentina previously hosted the Argentine Grand Prix annually until 1998, when the race was held at the Autodromo Oscar A. Galvez in Buenos Aires. The circuit had been a fixture on the F1 calendar for decades, establishing Argentina as a traditional motorsport destination in South America.
Bringing F1 back to Argentina would require securing approval from Formula 1's governing body and addressing infrastructure and financial considerations necessary to host a world-class Grand Prix event. Milei's personal engagement suggests the government views the initiative as strategically important for the country's international profile and sporting legacy.