What Are The Chances F1 Will Return To Malaysia For Good? Here’s What We Know

The biggest hurdle is a RM300 million price tag, but will it be worth the price?

The Rakyat Post Shahril Bahrom · News & blogs · Oct 23

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Malaysia is considering a permanent return to the F1 calendar, but costs and potential partnerships may affect the decision.

Malaysia is exploring a permanent F1 return after a recent race in Sepang.
The government is evaluating financial costs versus economic benefits.
A shared arrangement with another country is being considered.

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Malaysia is exploring a permanent return to the Formula 1 calendar, but the cost of hosting a race and the possibility of sharing a slot with another country could determine whether Sepang gets another shot.

Formula 1 came back to the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) earlier this month, and after nine years of Malaysian fans asking for its return, the big question is whether the sport will stick around this time.

The good news is that bringing back the Malaysian Grand Prix is no longer just wishful thinking. Following F1’s return to Sepang in October 2026, the government did confirm that it is exploring the possibility of hosting the championship regularly again.

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Published: October 23, 2026 at 11:04 AM GMT+8
By: Shahril Bahrom
Section: Malaysia
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