Thailand wants to bring the Formula 1 Grand Prix to Bangkok with a spectacular street circuit
Thailand is in advanced talks to organize a Formula 1 race on the streets of Bangkok. Plans for a street circuit through historic sites in the capital are gaining momentum, with support from F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and local authorities enthusiastic about the sporting and economic boost the event would bring.
Alex Albon, the half-Thai Formula 1 driver, has put himself on the map with his impressive performance at Silverstone circuit. His skills and determination have made him a standout in the sport, catching the attention of several top teams.
Racing in Thailand
Car and motorcycle sports are quite popular in Thailand. Close to Pattaya is the Bira circuit, which still attracts 30 to 35.000 people during races.
How do you experience the Formula 1 final this weekend?
It can hardly have escaped your notice that the last race of the season in Formula 1 car racing takes place in Abu Dhabi this weekend. It will be decided this Sunday whether Max Verstappen or Lewis Hamilton will become world champion.
In Thailand watching Formula 1 in Zandvoort
The Formula 1 circus has returned to Zandvoort after an absence of 36 years. There, the battle for the world title between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton will continue this weekend
About a Thai prince who won the first Grand Prix at Zandvoort
Today, tomorrow and Sunday, the whole of the Netherlands is under the spell of the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix on the legendary circuit of Zandvoort. But something you probably didn't know is that in 1948 the first Grand Prix winner at Zandvoort was a Thai, namely the legendary Prince Birabongse Bhanudej, better known as Prince Bira of Siam.
A fast prince in Pattaya and eleven other Siamese
Prince Bira, in full HRH Prince Birabongse Bhanubandh, was born in 1914 as the grandson of King Mongkut (Rama IV). During his studies in London (visual arts!) he became addicted to fast cars and started a career as a racing driver.
F1 Vietnam Grand Prix 2020: Ticket sales started
Those who want to admire our Max in Vietnam must order tickets now. Last week the tickets for the F1 Vietnam Grand Prix 2020 went on sale. The cheapest tickets cost around $30. The Vietnamese capital will host the street race from July 24 to 30, 2020.
Thai Alexander Albon makes his debut in Formula 1 with Toro Rosso
The 22-year-old Alexander Albon, son of a British father and Thai mother, will make his debut for the Torro Rosso racing team in Formula 1 this year and will thus become a colleague of our Max Verstappen.
1 Grand Prix F2020 car race in Hanoi (Vietnam)
The Formula 1 circus will settle in Hanoi in 2020. A great opportunity for expats in Thailand to see our Max Verstappen at work. The Grand Prix in Vietnam will be spectacular because it will be a street race. The race will be held in April 2020.
GT car races: good news for Buriram (and Thailand?)
At a press conference at the Pullman King Power Hotel in Bangkok, it was announced that one of the world-famous Grand Touring (GT) car races will take place in Buriram in October.
Race of Champions 2013 in Bangkok canceled due to unrest
The spectacular Race of Champions 2013 in Bangkok has been canceled due to the political unrest in the capital.
Race of Champions back to Bangkok
The spectacular Race of Champions is coming to Bangkok again. The annual celebration for the top drivers from the world of motorsports, including rally, MotoGP and IndyCar, is held at Rajamangala Stadium in mid-December
Grand Prix Formula 1 Thailand possible on Phuket
With Bangkok off the track, the 2015 Thai Grand Prix will likely be held at Phuket.
Formula 1 Grand Prix in Bangkok is cancelled
The Grand Prix Formula 1 of Thailand, which would be held in Bangkok from 2015, is unlikely to take place. Bangkokians in the area of the proposed street circuit have successfully protested the arrival of the international race.
Thailand takes first step towards Grand Prix for 2015
The first step towards a Grand Prix in Thailand has been taken. Rumors have been circulating for several years that the Asian country wants to host a Formula 1 race and this week officials approved the possible circuit.
Thailand may host Grand Prix in 2014
Thailand wants to organize a Grand Prix in 2014. Politicians of the Asian country are negotiating this with Bernie Ecclestone, the commercial boss of Formula 1.