South Africa's Bid for Formula One Grand Prix Delayed to 2028 or 2029

South African Formula One fans will have to wait longer for the sport to return to local soil as the country underestimated the preparations needed for staging a grand prix.

Initial expectations pointed to 2027 for the event's return, but plans have been delayed as the country acknowledged the requirements were underestimated.

The Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit is the favored venue for the potential Formula One race, with efforts underway to attain FIA Grade 1 certification for the circuit.