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Was there a F1 race in India?
The Indian Grand Prix was a Formula One race in the calendar of the FIA Formula One World Championship, which was held at the Buddh International Circuit in Sector 25 along Yamuna Expressway in Gautam Buddh Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh State from 2011 until 2013.
When was the last time F1 raced in India?
F1 fans all over India are hoping for their beloved sport to return to the country. India hosted three F1 races at the Buddh International Circuit from 2011 to 2013 before its gates were reportedly locked by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA).
When did F1 happen in India?
India hosted three F1 races at the Buddh International Circuit from 2011 to 2013 despite signing a five year deal with F1. In the 2014 season, the race had to be cancelled due to tax issues surrounding the FIA and the circuit owners.
How many F1 fans are there in India?
China (81.3m), Brazil (54.7m), Mexico (45.5m), USA (34.6m) and India (31.1m) are in the top five positions by number of fans.
Who won the Indian F1?
Sebastian Vettel celebrates after winning the Indian Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit on Sunday. Sebastian Vettel has joined the exclusive list of four-time world champions alongside F1 greats Michael Schumacher and Juan Manuel Fangio.
When was the first F1 race held in India?
The first edition took place on 30 October 2011, as the 17th race of the 2011 Formula One season. The inaugural race was won by Germany’s Sebastian Vettel. Jaypee Sports International Limited is the organizer of Formula One racing in India and has signed a five-year contract with Formula One Management (FOM) to host the championship in India.
What is the history of the Noida Grand Prix?
A site in Greater Noida in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh was chosen as the location of the track that would host the race. Delays in the procurement of the land and construction were reported in early 2009 owing in part to the ongoing financial crisis. The design of the track was ultimately revealed in November 2009.
Why was the Indian Grand Prix cancelled in 2014?
The circuit was best known as the venue for the annual Formula One Indian Grand Prix, which was first hosted in October 2011. However, the Grand Prix was suspended for 2014 and subsequently cancelled due to a tax dispute with the Uttar Pradesh government.
Where can I find media related to Indian Grand Prix?
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