France's return to the F1 calendar is definitely on for 2018. In December, it emerged that after a decade's absence, France will be back on the 2018 schedule with a race at Paul Ricard and a new five-year contract. But until now the actual deal was not complete.
However, French publications including La Provence now report that Paul Ricard's 2018 race will definitely happen. "December 5 was a historic date because that was when we announced the return," said organiser and local politician Christian Estrosi.
"But this is another historic date, because now we can say 'The return of the French grand prix is go!' We have just obtained the bank guarantee for the sustainability of our race with Credit Agricole Alpes-Provence", Estrosi announced. "There was no viable grand prix without a bank guarantee, but it was accepted a few days ago," he revealed. (GMM)
Would you like to stay up to date with the latest Lewis Hamilton and Formula 1 news from GPtoday? Activate free push notifications and be the first to know!
1
Azerbaijan Grand Prix
C. Sainz jr
Replies (1)
Login to replyf1fan0101
Posts: 1,804
Great to see France back on the calendar.. Now lots sort the German GP contract, secure Silverstone and Monza and we're set!