F1 Returns To Turkey: Fia President And President Erdoğan Meet!
The President of the FIA and President Erdoğan discussed the return of F1 to Turkey. What are the latest developments? Here are the details!
In the tender organized for the operation of IstanbulPark in recent months, one of the most striking details of the tender was the contractor’s condition to include the Turkish Grand Prix back on the calendar starting from 2026, which caused excitement in the sports world. Now, however, there has been a new and important development in this regard.
These prestigious events, which can be hosted by IstanbulPark, have the potential to once again demonstrate the active role of our country in sports organizations in the international arena.
Following these important developments, sports enthusiasts and the motorsport world are eagerly awaiting to see if Turkey will soon regain its place on the Formula 1 and WRC calendars. According to information shared by Motorsport, FIA President Mohammed ben Sulayem and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met in Marmaris.
Exciting Developments After IstanbulPark Tender
In particular, during the meeting between FIA President Mohammed ben Sulayem and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Marmaris, detailed discussions were held on Turkey’s return to the Formula 1 and World Rally Championship (WRC) calendars.
The meeting, led by FIA World Motorsport Council member Serkan Yazıcı and TOSFED President Eren Üçlertoprağı, is seen as an important step that could strengthen Turkey’s place on the international motorsport scene.
These developments have raised hopes among sports fans that the Turkish Grand Prix and WRC could be held at IstanbulPark again. The potential of IstanbulPark to host events that will play an important role in the international arena excites Turkish sports fans, who are expected to closely follow the developments in the world of motorsports.