Recent reports by certain Malaysian “online media” saying Formula 1 would be coming back to Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC) are untrue. SIC Chief Executive Officer Azhan Shafriman Hanif was commenting during a press conference on the renewal of MotoGP racing beyond 2026.
In a press statement, it was clarified there was no relation to the potential return of Formula 1 to SIC. Sepang Circuit has the contract to host MotoGP till the end of 2026 and continues to work closely with the Government through Ministry of Youth & Sports (KBS), as well as with franchise holder Dorna Sports for the continuation of MotoGP racing in Malaysia.
The continued hosting of MotoGP in Malaysia is dependant on detailed data collected by SIC, said Youth and Sports minister Hannah Yeoh in a Bernama report. According to Yeoh, SIC still needed to convince the Ministry of Finance that continuing to host the race would provide comprehensive benefits.
SIC has previously claimed the Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia (MotoGP) provides 6.3 times return on investment for Malaysia based on an economic impact study conducted in 2024. The 2024 edition of the MotoGP at Sepang saw a record attendance figure of 184,923 fans with hopes of exceeding the 200,000 attendance barrier in this year’s race on October 23 to 26.
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build a world class race track use to host motogp only which mainly caters to mat rempit target audience.
F1 is great and welcomed only if it can make World Class Profit, not World Class – Ve.
As if you go and watch f1…
Motogp for mat rempit? LOL
anything is possible. even proton could be resurrected from the grave by geely
SIC oh SIC then talk about Singapore so are we willing to let the best person to do the job of reinventing the Sepang or just Yawn Yawn talk talk and shake legs over all the decades of F1.
Just rent the circuit out for concerts and parties. That way we can exclude certain people from coming to stir shit.
that still wont stop green supporters from coming to protest against concert ..unless could organize the concert on a friday then they wont dare to skip pray because scared of being jailed , because skipping friday pray is now a criminal offence in green east coast states
Forget F1. We go with MotoGP and WSBK championship. We already have a lively cub prix to start with and gradually we can promote moto1 and moto2 grade events locally. Love to see more spectators fill up the terrace for these races
While MotorGP is good but will only attract poor audiences. F1 attracts the rich and famous. The end impact on the country’s economy is very different different. Well any race is still better than an empty race track. If every week got some form of racing will be amazing. Should build more ready stalls within airconditioned space like a mini shopping mall withing the F1 circuit as well to attract more foot traffic
World class facility and F1 is literally on trend right now. Gen Z are the biggest fans of F1, read the room SIC.
Malaysians’ love for Formula 1 is fueled by a combination of factors, including a well-designed and challenging track, passionate fans, and the presence of a Malaysian driver, Alex Yoong, who paved the way for local interest. The Sepang International Circuit itself is a favorite among drivers and fans, known for its flowing layout, high-speed corners, and challenging elevation changes. The passionate Malaysian fans are known for braving the heat and humidity, and even potential downpours, all for the love of the race.
What a disappointment. A world class racing track yet is underutilized.. it should be for F1, not MOTOGP
SIC was built originally for F1. Much respected first class circuit. F1 Malaysia always give thrills ’cause of our unpredictable climate, ie, sudden heavy downpour. Wonder why street-circuit F1 racing in neighbour Singapore such a big draw and tourist attraction.
Malaysia should aim for WRC. Little investment needed since our roads are already so bad.