Vietnam dropped from 2021 F1 calendar, Saudi Arabia in

Formula One is planning a record 23 races in 2021, including one in Saudi Arabia, but has dropped its inaugural race in Vietnam. April slot for Vietnamese Grand Prix was listed as “TBC” on calendar published on Tuesday with explanation and mention of Vietnam. race was scheduled to debut this year but abandoned amid coronavirus pandemic.

or 22 races include first-ever Saudi Grand Prix, set for v. 28 in Red Sea city of Jiddah, and return of numerous races which were canceled during pandemic. re's return for various one-off races at European tracks such as Mugello, Portimao and Imola, which were ded as replacements and generally popular with drivers and fans.

venue for Brazilian Grand Prix is listed as Sao Paulo “subject to contract,” indicating a planned move from Sao Paulo's established Interlagos track to a new circuit in Rio de Janeiro will t take place. Champion Lewis Hamilton has voiced concern that an area of forest will be cut down to build Rio venue.

Dutch Grand Prix returns for first time since 1985, after being canceled this year, and is scheduled for Sept. 5. season finale remains in Abu Dhabi on Dec. 5. 23-race calendar is longest in F1 history. 2020 calendar originally h 22 races. 

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