Vietnam is on the Fast‑Lane Map of Formula 1
Hold onto your helmet, because on November 7 the F1 folks officially told us that Vietnam will be cranking up the grid in 2020 with a high‑octane street race in the bustle of Hanoi. This is the very first new track announced after Liberty Media hopped into the cockpit this past year.
What’s the Big Deal?
“Since 2017 we’ve been dreaming of inviting fresh, vibrant cities to the F1 stage, and the Vietnamese Grand Prix is a dream come true,” said Chase Carey, the league’s chief racing captain. He added that the move is all about widening F1’s global fan base and bringing the roar of engine revs to places that haven’t seen a Formula 1 car zoom past them for too long.
When and Where?
The inaugural bang‑in will happen in April 2020. Hanoi’s trendy streets will be laced with safety barriers, and the city will become the newest splash splash on the medium‑size East Asian pool, after Singapore, China, and Japan.
Key Takeaways
- Vietnam joins the F1 calendar in 2020.
- Hanoi will host a street circuit.
- First race added post‑Liberty Media takeover.
- Multi‑year deal secures Vietnam as the fourth East Asian country on the schedule.
Braced for a whirlwind of speed, culture, and a twist of local flavor, fans can expect plenty of stories that are uniquely Vietnamese—think delicious street food and monumental temples—but painted with the frenetic backdrop of high‑speed racing. Buckle up, Vietnam, and let the engines roar!
