The first instance of a F1 Grand Prix race held around New Year’s Day was on January 2, 1965, at the Kyalami circuit in South Africa. This race was significant as it opened the season just two days after the previous year’s final race
The anticipation for South Africa F1 return has reached a fever pitch following recent developments led by Oracle Red Bull Racing
Formula 1 is making significant strides towards potentially hosting a Grand Prix in Africa, with Rwanda emerging as a serious candidate.
Domenicali travelled to South Africa following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku on Sunday, according to a Formula One official.
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has stated that a deal to bring the sport back to South Africa is close to being finalised.