Photo by Ján Žilla via Canva

 

By Petch Petpailin

 

The Thai government is continuing the Formula One (F1) project initiated by former Prime Minister (PM) Srettha Thavisin, with plans to hold Thailand’s first F1 race in the Chatuchak neighbourhood of Bangkok.

 

F1 enthusiasts were given hope after former PM Srettha discussed the project with the race organisers during his visit to France in March this year. The former PM pledged to make F1 fans’ dreams a reality by 2028, with the event initially expected to take place near U-Tapao Airport in the eastern province of Rayong.

 

Despite the change in leadership, the Pheu Thai Party and current PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra vowed to continue all projects and policies initiated by Srettha for the benefit of Thai citizens, with the F1 project remaining one of the active plans.

 

Isara News reported today, December 18, that the government granted an exclusive interview confirming that a special committee met yesterday, December 17, to discuss potential venues for the F1 race.

 

The proposed venues discussed during the meeting included:

 

• Bangkok: Ratchadamnoen Road, Chatuchak area, and the vicinity of Bangkok Train Station (Hua Lamphong)
• Nonthaburi: near the IMPACT Arena, Exhibition and Convention Centre, Muang Thong Thani
• Rayong: U-Tapao Airport

 

 

The committee unanimously agreed that the Chatuchak area would be the ideal venue for the race. The event is expected to take place on roads surrounding three public parks: Chatuchak Park, Queen Sirikit Park, and Wachirabenchathat Park (Rot Fai Park). The proposed route would span approximately 5-to-6 kilometres.

 

The committee explained that Chatuchak was deemed the most suitable location as the F1 race in Thailand should be a city event to attract more visitors.

 

The next step involves submitting the confirmed route to the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the F1 governing body, to assess its feasibility and suitability.

 

While awaiting confirmation from the organisers, the government plans to commission experts from Chulalongkorn University to conduct a study on the proposed route and event. Officials are optimistic that the race could take place as early as 2027.

 

When asked whether the progress had been reported to PM Paetongtarn, the committee assured that all updates were being communicated to the Prime Minister on an ongoing basis.

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-12-18

 

 

What a <deleted> stupid idea.

1 hour ago, OneMoreFarang said:

What a <deleted> stupid idea.

They have street race in Monaco and Singapore

Just now, Hunz Kittisak said:

They have street race in Monaco and Singapore

I didn't say it's impossible.

But looking at the existing traffic every day, how will it look like if they close many streets? 

And then how will it look like if many people (try to) visit that event? 

Chaos and more chaos. Do we really need that?

5 minutes ago, Hunz Kittisak said:

They have street race in Monaco and Singapore

didn't they had F1 in KL, MY?

38 minutes ago, NativeBob said:

didn't they had F1 in KL, MY?

Yes, at Sepang. It wasn't a street race though.

1 hour ago, OneMoreFarang said:

What a <deleted> stupid idea.

 

The Hub of,  <deleted> stupid idea.

If it does happen, Thailand will finally be able to boast that there is 22 good drivers on thai roads.

 

Only there for a few days a year but let's not get bogged down by details.

you have got to be taking the Michael!!

The Australian F1 Grand Prix is on a street circuit in Melbourne.  It is run very well, but causes a lot of issues for the locals - and it costs a bomb to run.  If the (nearly) civilized West has issues running this event successfully - I seriously doubt Thailands' ability to pull this off. 

  

At least all the roads in the area will get completely resurfaced, will end up as the best roads in Bangkok.

Chatuchak would be a rather boring place - just park areas and not much to see. Far better to hold it in the Hualampong, China Town, Rattanakosin, Sanam Luang areas. Would be a great showcase for promoting Thailand. Would totally <deleted> the traffic for a week, but look at the exposure it would bring to the country. They would definitely breach the precious 40 million visitors per year once they did this. Here's a street circuit that would give good visuals and get a 50 lap race in the F1 alloted time. 

 

4 hours ago, Hunz Kittisak said:

They have street race in Monaco and Singapore

 

Have you ever compared the streets in Monaco and Singapore with those in Thailand?

54 minutes ago, kickstart said:

At least all the roads in the area will get completely resurfaced, will end up as the best roads in Bangkok.

 

You think resurfacing is the only thing needed? How about the drains in the middle of the road, or all the houses and side sois? Never gonna happen.

17 minutes ago, soi3eddie said:

Chatuchak would be a rather boring place - just park areas and not much to see. Far better to hold it in the Hualampong, China Town, Rattanakosin, Sanam Luang areas. Would be a great showcase for promoting Thailand. Would totally <deleted> the traffic for a week, but look at the exposure it would bring to the country. They would definitely breach the precious 40 million visitors per year once they did this. Here's a street circuit that would give good visuals and get a 50 lap race in the F1 alloted time. 

 

They actually had an agreement with the FIA to be added to the calendar around ten years ago and it was a street circuit around the Grand Palace, Rattanakosin etc. It would have been great, but then politics got in the way.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/f1/2015-thailand-grand-prix-track-route-approved-awaits-fia-nod

5 minutes ago, josephbloggs said:

hey actually had an agreement with the FIA to be added to the calendar around ten years ago

 

Why you post fake news, as usual?

 

2015 Thailand Grand Prix track route approved, awaits FIA nod

 

48 minutes ago, CallumWK said:

 

Why you post fake news, as usual?

 

2015 Thailand Grand Prix track route approved, awaits FIA nod

 

What the Hell are you talking about and why the attack? Why would I lie about something so trivial?? The article I shared was for the route and was correct at the time of publishing nearly 12 freaking years ago! 

Thailand was confirmed to have a slot on the 2015 calendar by Bernie Ecclestone himself. Good enough for you? What is your problem exactly?

 

https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Global/Issues/2012/12/20/Events-and-Attractions/Bangkok-GP.aspx

And if anyone is interested this was the approved circuit on Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?msa=0&mid=1l7qC8cFD0dMJz_7wp4uyUiFLVrc&ll=13.755163157151644%2C100.497163&z=15

 

3 hours ago, G Rex said:

The Australian F1 Grand Prix is on a street circuit in Melbourne.  It is run very well, but causes a lot of issues for the locals - and it costs a bomb to run.  If the (nearly) civilized West has issues running this event successfully - I seriously doubt Thailands' ability to pull this off. 

  

It is on Philip Island not in Melbourne 

7 minutes ago, josephbloggs said:

Thailand was confirmed to have a slot on the 2015 calendar by Bernie Ecclestone himself. Good enough for you? What is your problem exactly?

 

The track has never been approved by the FIA, NEVER. Which part of that is t that you don't get in your head?

 

Show us 1 source that says the circuit was approved by the FIA

 

Ecclestone agreed IN PRINCIPLE

 

https://www.ttgasia.com/2012/10/04/buyers-welcome-f1-in-thailand/

 

The kingdom is inching closer to securing a race for the 2014 F1 season after the Sports Authority of Thailand announced that F1 chairman, Bernie Ecclestone, had agreed in principle to a night race on the streets of Bangkok.

26 minutes ago, CallumWK said:

 

The track has never been approved by the FIA, NEVER. Which part of that is t that you don't get in your head?

 

Show us 1 source that says the circuit was approved by the FIA

 

Ecclestone agreed IN PRINCIPLE

 

https://www.ttgasia.com/2012/10/04/buyers-welcome-f1-in-thailand/

 

The kingdom is inching closer to securing a race for the 2014 F1 season after the Sports Authority of Thailand announced that F1 chairman, Bernie Ecclestone, had agreed in principle to a night race on the streets of Bangkok.

I have better things to do than argue about nothing for absolutely no reason. Bye bye.

1 minute ago, josephbloggs said:

I have better things to do than argue about nothing for absolutely no reason. Bye bye.

 

In other words you have nothing, and your post about Thailand race was on the 2015 calendar was fake.

6 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The Thai government is continuing the Formula One (F1) project initiated by former Prime Minister (PM) Srettha Thavisin, with plans to hold Thailand’s first F1 race in the Chatuchak neighbourhood of Bangkok.

 

The same government that can't build a bicycle path?

 

 

5 hours ago, still kicking said:

It is on Philip Island not in Melbourne 

The last Australian Grand Prix (cars) to be held on Phillip Island was 1928. It is currently held in Melbourne in Albert Park about 140km from Phillip Island. It has been held in Melbourne since 1996, except for the covid years. World Superbikes currently race at Phillip Island

I wonder if the F1 cars will be fast enough to catch up with Bangkok motorcycle taxi drivers?

Pipe Dreams, only Pipe Dreams.

it is not Thailand who decides how, where or when.  For the moment the FI1 calendar is capped…..24 races per season is already pushing the limits. Rumeurs , Bangkok Thailand at Chatuchak street race., 2028.Red Bull.

Saudi Arabia, South Africa,West Africa,South Korea, Turkey, Chicago,  Japan,London, Hungary.Colombia, India. The list is long and everyone wants it. 

 

5 hours ago, josephbloggs said:

I have better things to do than argue about nothing for absolutely no reason. Bye bye.

CWK, a newbie AN could do without.

Teams are already grumbling with a 24 race calendar this year, with several more countries itching to get added. Does Thailand really think they have a chance? Plus the $200 million dollars up front and millions every year it is run!

11 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

While awaiting confirmation from the organisers, the government plans to commission experts from Chulalongkorn University to conduct a study on the proposed route and event. Officials are optimistic that the race could take place as early as 2027.

Dreamers

Do they need it.

We already have Formula Somchai,  everyday here.

It’s an F1 race on every street in Thailand daily