F1, Rwanda and DRC

F1 'monitors' conflict amid Rwanda grand prix concerns
Formula 1 says it is "closely monitoring" the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo in the context of Rwanda's bid to host a grand prix.
F1 'monitoring' Rwanda-DRC developments amid potential race
Formula 1 has said it is closely monitoring developments after concerns were raised by the Democratic Republic of Congo over a potential race in Rwanda.
F1 urged by DR Congo to end talks with ‘blood-stained’ Rwanda over hosting race
F1 urged by DR Congo to end talks with ‘blood-stained’ Rwanda over hosting race - Rwandan president Paul Kagame announced last December that the country is bidding to host an F1 grand prix
F1 Cautioned Against Rwanda Grand Prix As 'Deep Concern' Revealed Amid Ongoing Conflict
Formula 1 has been warned against hosting a Grand Prix in Rwanda by the Democratic Republic of Congo. DRC officials, led by Foreign Minister Therese Kayikwamba
F1 raises concerns over Grand Prix and considers pulling location
F1 chiefs have raised concerns over hosting a Grand Prix in Rwanda and could opt against handing the country a race during the 2027 season. Last year, Rwanda and South Africa both launched bids to host the first F1 race on the African continent since 1993.
DRC to Formula 1: Don’t partner with ‘blood-stained’ Rwanda
The Democratic Republic of Congo has made a formal plea to Formula 1, urging the latter to abandon its discussions with Rwanda.
F1 Responds To Rwanda Grand Prix Concerns After DPC Pens Letter
Formula 1 has responded to the concerns raised about a potential Grand Prix in Rwanda after objections were raised by the Democratic Republic of Congo. The DRC
Democratic Republic of Congo urges F1 to cancel talks over potential Rwanda GP
A Democratic Republic of Congo official has urged Formula 1 to cancel talks with Rwanda regarding a potential race amid
Rwanda pushes for Formula 1 Grand Prix, but safety concerns arise
Formula 1 GP Rwanda - Rwanda is stepping up its efforts to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix, with growing support from the FIA ​​and Formula One Management (FOM). Doubts over RwandaHowever, safety concerns remain,
DR Congo writes to F1 urging suspension of Rwanda race talks
The Democratic Republic of Congo has urged Formula One to end talks with Rwanda over hosting a race, saying the Liberty Media-owned sport risks having its brand "smeared by a blood-stained association".
DRC challenges Rwanda's Formula 1 bid, cautions against "blood-stained association"
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has challenged Rwanda’s bid to host the Formula 1 Grand Prix, urging the host to terminate discussions. ・DRC is challenging Rwanda's bid to host the Formula 1 Grand Prix ・DRC warns that Formula 1 risks having its brand 'smeared by a blood-stained association' if it allows Rwanda to host the event ・Rwanda
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FIA president hints at F1 team radio ‘shut down’ due to swearing
F1 radio broadcasts may be "shut down", FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has suggested. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem ...
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South African government extends deadline for F1 host bids
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has made it known the sport’s eagerness to return to Africa – the only continent the calendar does not currently visit. Rwanda, which hosted the FIA’s end-of-season ...
Rwanda turning to sport to polish international image
A sponsorship deal with Bayern Munich has thrown Rwanda in to the international sporting spotlight. The African country is ...