Popular Post webfact Posted Sunday at 08:02 PM Popular Post Share Posted Sunday at 08:02 PM Thailand’s Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, visited Na Jomtien today to evaluate its potential as a venue for a future Formula One Grand Prix. Accompanied by Pattaya’s Mayor Poramase Ngampiches and other officials, the Prime Minister's visit underscores the Thai government's serious consideration of hosting the high-profile event. Srettha engaged in discussions with Formula One representatives on-site before heading to Laem Chabang Port in Sri Racha, Chonburi, to inspect other facilities. This visit follows an earlier tour of Baan Chang in Rayong province, another contender for the Formula One race. "Our aim is to secure a Formula One Grand Prix in Thailand," Srettha stated. "We are assessing U-Tapao airport, Pattaya, and Bangkok for their suitability." He added that U-Tapao airport could host a circuit race for maximum safety, while Bangkok and Pattaya are considered for a city race, leveraging Bangkok's iconic urban landscape and Pattaya's picturesque beachside routes. Formula One officials have shown interest in expanding the race calendar to include new, exciting locations. Thailand’s potential inclusion would signify a significant step for the country's motorsport profile. Currently, Asia hosts several prestigious Grand Prix events in Singapore, Japan, and China. Adding Thailand to the roster could bring substantial economic benefits and global recognition. The Prime Minister also took to social media, posting on X: “In pursuing our F1 goal, U-Tapao Airport project includes a facility for the 'circuit race' type which provides maximum safety; while Bangkok and Pattaya are being assessed for the 'city race' type with captivating routes.” Securing a Formula One Grand Prix would not only boost Thailand’s international image but also stimulate local economies. As the discussions progress, Thai motorsport fans eagerly await an official decision, hopeful that one of the proposed cities will soon become the next iconic stop on the Formula One circuit. Picture courtesy: PPTV -- 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post rocketboy2 Posted Sunday at 10:25 PM Popular Post Share Posted Sunday at 10:25 PM Yes, Carry on rolling them big fat joints. 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted Sunday at 11:33 PM Popular Post Share Posted Sunday at 11:33 PM They may have to widen Walking street, 1 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Henryford Posted Sunday at 11:53 PM Popular Post Share Posted Sunday at 11:53 PM It would have to be somewhere with loads of hotel spaces which only leaves Bangkok and Pattaya. Can you imagine the race around Pattaya ha ha. They would have to stop every few yards to go around the road works. The only option is a street race in Bangkok yawn. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thingamabob Posted Monday at 12:20 AM Popular Post Share Posted Monday at 12:20 AM Dream on.. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cncltd1973 Posted Monday at 12:48 AM Share Posted Monday at 12:48 AM that would be a huge accomplishment if Sretta can pull it off, tho I wonder if the Thailand is stable enough for f1, being the hub of coupes 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterw42 Posted Monday at 12:51 AM Share Posted Monday at 12:51 AM Why wouldn't they have it at Bangsaen where there is already a very successful once a year street circuit race. Halfway between Bangkok and Pattaya, 40 mins from either airport, 1,000s of hotels and restaurants. Why reinvent the wheel ? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JoePai Posted Monday at 01:01 AM Popular Post Share Posted Monday at 01:01 AM 9 minutes ago, Peterw42 said: Why wouldn't they have it at Bangsaen where there is already a very successful once a year street circuit race. Halfway between Bangkok and Pattaya, 40 mins from either airport, 1,000s of hotels and restaurants. Why reinvent the wheel ? Because Bangsaen - and Pattaya - are totally unsuitable for F1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post VBer Posted Monday at 01:16 AM Popular Post Share Posted Monday at 01:16 AM Beach road and Second road are the perfect circle. Ladyboys at beach will be waiving flags, randomly appearing songteos will make race more exciting, ganja shops will be promoting Pattaya over the world. But I afraid that this is not achievable, because there is no power in the world capable to remove motorbike rentals from this route. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Peterw42 Posted Monday at 01:29 AM Popular Post Share Posted Monday at 01:29 AM 25 minutes ago, JoePai said: Because Bangsaen - and Pattaya - are totally unsuitable for F1 What makes it unsuitable ? Monaco and other street circuits are successful. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darksidedude Posted Monday at 01:52 AM Share Posted Monday at 01:52 AM how could anyone even mention this ha ha 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JoePai Posted Monday at 02:09 AM Popular Post Share Posted Monday at 02:09 AM 39 minutes ago, Peterw42 said: What makes it unsuitable ? Monaco and other street circuits are successful. Monaco is not suitable - and would never have a race if a decision was made today 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CallumWK Posted Monday at 02:19 AM Popular Post Share Posted Monday at 02:19 AM 49 minutes ago, Peterw42 said: What makes it unsuitable ? Monaco and other street circuits are successful. Do they also have the drain covers either few cm above or below the road surface? 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterw42 Posted Monday at 02:23 AM Share Posted Monday at 02:23 AM Just now, CallumWK said: Do they also have the drain covers either few cm above or below the road surface? I think that may be rectified if an F1 race is taking place. Bangsean already has the drains fixed up as they have a street circuit race there every year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammieuk1 Posted Monday at 02:28 AM Share Posted Monday at 02:28 AM Every road is a racetrack already PM 🤔 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalevo Posted Monday at 02:38 AM Share Posted Monday at 02:38 AM 6 hours ago, webfact said: Adding Thailand to the roster could bring substantial economic benefits and global recognition. And HUGE costs for the hosting. Many circuits died because of high fees to the FIA. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingstonkid Posted Monday at 02:53 AM Share Posted Monday at 02:53 AM best location would be around the lighthouse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guderian Posted Monday at 03:14 AM Share Posted Monday at 03:14 AM Great idea, with the usual traffic in Pattaya these days the racers will be lucky to get out of second gear, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbee2022 Posted Monday at 04:28 AM Share Posted Monday at 04:28 AM 8 hours ago, webfact said: Thailand’s Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, visited Na Jomtien today to evaluate its potential as a venue for a future Formula One Grand Prix. Accompanied by Pattaya’s Mayor Poramase Ngampiches and other officials, the Prime Minister's visit underscores the Thai government's serious consideration of hosting the high-profile event. Srettha engaged in discussions with Formula One representatives on-site before heading to Laem Chabang Port in Sri Racha, Chonburi, to inspect other facilities. This visit follows an earlier tour of Baan Chang in Rayong province, another contender for the Formula One race. "Our aim is to secure a Formula One Grand Prix in Thailand," Srettha stated. "We are assessing U-Tapao airport, Pattaya, and Bangkok for their suitability." He added that U-Tapao airport could host a circuit race for maximum safety, while Bangkok and Pattaya are considered for a city race, leveraging Bangkok's iconic urban landscape and Pattaya's picturesque beachside routes. Formula One officials have shown interest in expanding the race calendar to include new, exciting locations. Thailand’s potential inclusion would signify a significant step for the country's motorsport profile. Currently, Asia hosts several prestigious Grand Prix events in Singapore, Japan, and China. Adding Thailand to the roster could bring substantial economic benefits and global recognition. The Prime Minister also took to social media, posting on X: “In pursuing our F1 goal, U-Tapao Airport project includes a facility for the 'circuit race' type which provides maximum safety; while Bangkok and Pattaya are being assessed for the 'city race' type with captivating routes.” Securing a Formula One Grand Prix would not only boost Thailand’s international image but also stimulate local economies. As the discussions progress, Thai motorsport fans eagerly await an official decision, hopeful that one of the proposed cities will soon become the next iconic stop on the Formula One circuit. Picture courtesy: PPTV -- 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe He doesn't know yet about the entry price to have Formula one in Thailand. It's going to billion Baht. He should start with a #gofundme# immediately 🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritsSikkink Posted Monday at 05:41 AM Share Posted Monday at 05:41 AM 5 hours ago, Henryford said: It would have to be somewhere with loads of hotel spaces which only leaves Bangkok and Pattaya. Can you imagine the race around Pattaya ha ha. They would have to stop every few yards to go around the road works. The only option is a street race in Bangkok yawn. The roads in Bangkok aren't F1 quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritsSikkink Posted Monday at 05:44 AM Share Posted Monday at 05:44 AM (edited) 3 hours ago, Peterw42 said: I think that may be rectified if an F1 race is taking place. Bangsean already has the drains fixed up as they have a street circuit race there every year. F1 cars have much more traction than the cars on that street circuit race. They also need a flat surface without bumps. Edited Monday at 05:44 AM by FritsSikkink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecyclist Posted Monday at 07:40 AM Share Posted Monday at 07:40 AM It would definitely have to go through Soi Pothole, turning right all the way down Soi Buakao past the lovely beer bars (the girls would love it, nice distraction from the potbellied farangs ambling), then down to the artificial, often disappearing, sand beach, zipping through walking street. Has to be in August , the flooding would add some extra challenges and excitement. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mancub Posted Monday at 11:33 AM Share Posted Monday at 11:33 AM Is he so full of himself that he actually believes in this illusional gush that he spouts every time he visits somewhere ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mason 45 Posted Monday at 11:53 AM Share Posted Monday at 11:53 AM 11 hours ago, Henryford said: It would have to be somewhere with loads of hotel spaces which only leaves Bangkok and Pattaya. Can you imagine the race around Pattaya ha ha. They would have to stop every few yards to go around the road works. The only option is a street race in Bangkok yawn. There's F1 racing in Sukhumvit Road every night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancelot01 Posted Monday at 04:11 PM Share Posted Monday at 04:11 PM 14 hours ago, Peterw42 said: What makes it unsuitable ? Monaco and other street circuits are successful. Isn't there a decent venue at Buriram? Seems ok for motorbikes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GypsyT Posted Tuesday at 06:06 AM Share Posted Tuesday at 06:06 AM Las Vegas race cost was 500 mil USD. That's 18,296,750,000THB... Nice idea but will never happen. Vietnam tried too but no go. Buriram has MotoGP but not enough hotels etc to be world class. This race should be near Pattaya, at "Bira Circuit". https://bira.co.th/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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