United States Grand Prix Secures Long-Term Future in Austin

Austin, October 20, 2025

News Summary

Formula 1 has confirmed that the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas will remain on the racing calendar through the 2034 season. This decision comes as interest in Formula 1 continues to grow significantly in the U.S., with attendance surpassing 430,000 in recent years. The event not only offers thrilling racing but also promises vibrant off-track entertainment, including performances from renowned music artists. The economic impact on Austin and Texas has been substantial, highlighting the event’s importance in the region.

Austin, Texas – Formula 1 has officially announced that the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) will remain on the calendar through the 2034 season, securing the long-term future of the event as the sport experiences significant growth in the United States. Since its debut on the Formula 1 calendar in 2012, the United States Grand Prix has transformed into one of the sport’s largest events, attracting over 430,000 fans in recent years. The upcoming events feature a blend of world-class racing and vibrant off-track entertainment, which includes performances by both global and local music artists.

In a move to enhance the fan experience, the inaugural F1 Grid Gigs will feature Texas-born singer-songwriter Drake Milligan, who is scheduled to energize crowds with a pre-race performance at the grid. The COTA circuit measures 5.5 kilometers and includes an uphill run into Turn 1, along with a high-speed section through Turns 3 to 6. Since hosting its first Grand Prix, COTA has seen six different winners, with Lewis Hamilton holding the record of five victories at this circuit. In the last race in 2024, Charles Leclerc of Ferrari claimed his first win at COTA, breaking Max Verstappen’s three-year winning streak and contributing to a Ferrari 1-2 finish.

Formula 1’s fanbase in the U.S. has notably grown to 52 million, reflecting an 11% year-on-year increase, with over 5.5 million followers across the sport’s social media platforms. A recent 2025 Global F1 Fan Survey indicated that 47% of new United States F1 fans are aged 18-24, with over half identifying as female, showcasing the sport’s appeal to a younger and more diverse audience. Since the United States Grand Prix was added to the calendar, it has delivered an estimated $7 billion in economic impact to Austin and Texas, with the 2023 Grand Prix alone projected to attract more than $1 billion in direct and indirect expenditures, resulting in $38 million in tax receipts for the State of Texas.

The recent race featured a dramatic F1 Sprint event preceding the Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen finished first, followed by George Russell and Carlos Sainz. The 2025 United States Grand Prix is slated to start at 14:00 CDT today. Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali expressed praise for the event’s growth, while Bobby Epstein, the Chairman of COTA, emphasized the venue’s status as a celebrated stop on the global F1 calendar and acknowledged the exceptional support from local fans.

This extension of the contract with COTA confirms its standing as the longest-serving Formula 1 track in the United States, surpassing the historic Watkins Glen. The announcement coincides with a weekend filled with celebrity presence at the event, including figures such as Jay Leno, Matthew McConaughey, and other sports personalities. With Max Verstappen currently in the drivers’ championship chase, his fourth U.S. Grand Prix victory, boosted by success in the Sprint event, propels him further up the standings. The competition remains tight, with the current Drivers’ Championship standings reflecting Oscar Piastri leading, followed closely by Lando Norris and Max Verstappen.

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• Formula 1
• Wikipedia: Formula One
• KXAN
• Google Search: US Grand Prix
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• ESPN
• Google News: Formula 1 Austin

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