Formula One To Make Miami Debut In 2021
October 16, 2019
Formula One racing will happen in Miami for the first time in the 2021 season, continuing their expansion into the United States market.
A joint statement was issued by Sean Bratches, Managing Director Commercial Operations at Formula 1 and Tom Garfinkel, Vice Chairman and CEO, Hard Rock stadium.
The statement said: “We are thrilled to announce that Formula One and Hard Rock Stadium have reached an agreement in principle to host the first-ever Formula One Miami Grand Prix at Hard Rock Stadium. With an estimated annual impact of more than $400m and 35,000 room nights, the Formula One Miami Grand Prix will be an economic juggernaut for South Florida each and every year.
“We are deeply grateful to our fans, elected officials and the local tourism industry for their patience and support throughout this process. We look forward to bringing the greatest racing spectacle on the planet for the first time to one of the world’s most iconic and glamorous regions.”