Buenos Aires Mayor Pitches an F1 Return to Domenicali, Eyes 2029 or 2030

Buenos Aires Mayor Jorge Macri visited the São Paulo Grand Prix to discuss the possibility of bringing Formula 1 back to Argentina, aiming for a race in 2029 or 2030. Argentina has long sought to revive the Autódromo Oscar y Juan Gálvez, formerly home to the Argentine Grand Prix from 1953 to 1998. Alpine's Franco Colapinto has helped attract Argentine fans to Interlagos, the closest race to Buenos Aires.

During his visit, Macri met with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and discussed the work required to bring the track up to FIA's Grade 1 standard. The mayor brought up Colapinto's role in promoting Argentine interest in the event. Macri emphasized that the race would provide Latin America with its third F1 event, alongside Mexico and Brazil.

However, he downplayed expectations for an immediate announcement, suggesting the next opening on the calendar could be in 2029 or 2030. The Buenos Aires city government reported that 60% of the renovation work on the track, pit boxes, garages, and access points was already complete. Macri stated that the racetrack renovation was a top priority and wanted to complete it before further talks with F1 executives.

He highlighted the need for a minimum five-year commitment to secure Formula 1's long-term presence in Argentina.