Lewis Hamilton's dream comes to fruition: F1 returning to Africa
Lewis Hamilton has long-advocated for Formula 1 to return to Africa and he gets his wish via an announcement that Rwanda will host a race for 10 years.
Formula 1 has announced plans to bring the sport back to Africa for the first time in over 30 years, starting with a race in Rwanda in the early 2030s. The motorsport series will host the African Grand Prix in East Africa, building a track in Bugesera, south of the country's capital, Kigali. This deal is for a 10-year period and marks a significant milestone for F1, as the sport will now race on every continent except Antarctica.
F1 president Stefano Domenicali stated that the inclusion of Rwanda is a landmark moment for the organization, as Africa has always been part of Formula 1's future. The FIA president, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, added that the event will be more than just a race, but a part of the organization's efforts to embrace diversity and inspire new generations.
With more than 100 million fans in Africa and 60% of Sub-Saharan followers under the age of 35, the decision to return to the continent is seen as a strategic move to bring the World Championship closer to fans globally.
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