F1 CEO Says Hockenheim Talks Signal Possible Return of German Grand Prix

In the second-quarter earnings briefing, F1 chief Stefano Domenicali revealed that Hockenheim has reached out to discuss the possibility of hosting a German Grand Prix again, framing the idea as a medium-term objective rather than an immediate addition. He emphasized that any agreement would need a different financial commitment than typical events, reflecting the sport’s unique requirements. Hockenheim’s managing director Jörn Teske confirmed that the circuit recently secured a €250 million investment from the Emodrom Group, covering a Porsche Experience Centre expansion, a new hotel and a Motorworld facility, with early phases slated for completion by 2027.

While the F1 calendar is fixed through the end of 2028, a rotational slot similar to those planned for Barcelona and Spa could provide a pathway after 2029. The prospect gains commercial appeal as Audi entered F1 in 2026 and German driver Nico Hülkenberg now races for the manufacturer, offering a home-country showcase for both team and driver. The last German Grand Prix at Hockenheim took place in July 2019, won by Max Verstappen, and the circuit has been a staple of the series since 1970.