Motor racing-Milei puts himself in the driver’s seat to bring F1 back to Argentina

BUENOS AIRES, Aug 22 - Argentine President Javier Milei announced on Sunday his commitment to bring Formula 1 back to the country, a race it hasn't hosted since 1998. During a radio interview, Milei expressed his intention to personally rally support for the cause in the coming weeks.

Milei will participate in the International Automobile Federation’s (FIA) Americas Congress, taking place from August 31 to September 2 in Buenos Aires. The congress, organized by the Automovil Club Argentino, marks Argentina's return to the international motorsport scene after nearly three decades.

"The goal is to secure Formula 1 back in Argentina," Milei stated. "I will also meet with FIA representatives." Momentum has been growing as the Oscar and Juan Galvez Autodrome in Buenos Aires undergoes renovation to attain Grade 1 circuit status, a requirement for hosting such races. The track has already arranged a MotoGP event for 2027, and renovation efforts are being expedited to secure the FIA's Grade 1 license, thereby increasing the likelihood of a Formula 1 return in the upcoming seasons.