Formula 1's 2023 season launches with 24 global races and a storied past
Formula 1 will kick off its 77th season on 8 March 2023. The championship has evolved into a global spectacle, with 24 races planned for this year alone. Over its long history, the sport has visited nearly 80 circuits across 34 countries.
Since its start in 1950, Formula 1 has held over 1,000 races. The calendar has constantly evolved, featuring tracks in diverse locations. Yet some planned events never took place.
Sweden once hosted major motorsport races, including the 24 Hours of Kinnekulle. But its 1979 Grand Prix was scrapped after fan interest dropped following fatal crashes. Argentina, known for events like the Turismo Carretera, cancelled its 1976 race due to economic turmoil. The Netherlands, home to the 24 Hours of Zandvoort, also missed races in 1956 and 1957 because of the Suez Crisis.
The 2023 season will see 24 races spread across five continents. Teams and drivers will compete on a mix of historic and modern circuits. Each event adds another chapter to the sport's long and varied history.
The upcoming season continues Formula 1's tradition of high-speed competition on a global stage. With 24 races, it remains one of the most demanding and widely followed championships in motorsport. The sport's ability to adapt has kept it running for over seven decades.
