F1 2027 race distance cut to 290km - reports
News - 2026-09-04 - By Jenny Marsh
Autosport and Motorsport.com reported Formula 1 races could be reduced to 290km from 2027 as engine rules shift the power split.
Autosport and Motorsport.com reported that Formula 1 grands prix could be shortened to 290km from 2027. Both outlets linked the reported change to the next engine rules cycle and a revised balance between electrical power and internal-combustion power.
The same reports said stakeholders had discussed the idea earlier this season. There has been no official confirmation, so the proposed 290km distance remains a reported change rather than a confirmed regulation.
Among the teams on the current grid, Alpine F1 Team has raced in Formula One since 2021 and has one grand prix win, with no constructors' titles.
Sources
- F1 races set to be shortened to 290km in 2027 - Autosport
- F1 teams agree plan to cut race distances for 2027 - the-race.com
- F1 races set to be shortened to 290km in 2027 - motorsport.com
- F1 teams agree plan to reduce 2027 grand prix distances - racingnews365.com
- F1 teams back plan to cut 2027 Grands Prix to 290km - grandprix.com