F1 reduces maximum race distance to 290km from 2027

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The FIA agreed to reduce Formula 1's maximum race distance from 305km to 290km starting in 2027, making races approximately two to three laps shorter. The change was announced on Wednesday.

How the sources differ

Motorsport.com provides historical context on race distances, while ESPN and BBC focus on the new 290km limit and its lap impact. The official FIA document is not present, so coverage is based on the announcement.

Recommended first read: BBC Sport F1 offers the clearest, most concise summary of the rule change with an image, making it the most accessible first read.

F1 reduces maximum race distance to 290km from 2027

How the sources differ

Coverage

Why is a Formula 1 race 305 kilometres long? Race distances from 1950 to 2027

F1 races 15km shorter from '27, approx 2-3 laps

F1 reduces maximum distance of races by 15km