Formula 1 has confirmed the return of the Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park starting in the 2027 season under a five-year agreement that extends through 2031. This announcement, made on April 24, 2026, marks the return of one of the sport's most celebrated circuits, which previously hosted races from 2005 to 2011 before financial disputes led to its removal. The 5.33-kilometer track is famous for its challenging Turn 8, also known as 'Diabolica,' which is regarded as one of the most demanding corners in Formula 1 history. The Turkish Grand Prix will join a capped 24-race calendar, with a rotation model being introduced for certain tracks, including the Belgian and Spanish Grands Prix. Istanbul Park briefly returned during the pandemic-affected seasons of 2020 and 2021, when Lewis Hamilton won his seventh title there. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed pride in Turkey's organizational capacity and the sport's popularity, noting that nearly 19 million people in Turkey follow Formula 1, with 7.5 million engaging on social media. F1 President Stefano Domenicali also expressed excitement about returning to Istanbul, highlighting the city's cultural significance between Europe and Asia.