[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  This is Formula X [@ThisIsFormu1a1](/creator/twitter/ThisIsFormu1a1) on x 6039 followers Created: 2025-07-18 05:27:48 UTC South Africa ramps up F1 race bid: Is it too late for Hamilton, though? — Formula X is moving closer to a return in South Africa as Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie provided a significant update in Parliament. The Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit is anticipated to receive FIA Grade X certification within six months, much sooner than the initially projected three-year timeline. However, questions remain if this will be timely enough for Lewis Hamilton. — Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time World Champion, has been a prominent advocate for an African Grand Prix. He has consistently emphasized the cultural and historical importance of hosting a race on the continent. With his Ferrari contract expiring in 2026, there is uncertainty if Hamilton will have the opportunity to race in Africa should the Grand Prix not materialize soon enough. — The Kyalami upgrade is being spearheaded by British firm Apex Circuit Design, known for the Miami GP layout. The FIA approved the proposed works in June, with costs estimated between R90–180 million. Circuit owner Toby Venter, who had previously expressed concerns over government funding, committed to financing the project himself as a "patriotic duty." — Despite Kyalami being the leading candidate, other locations like Cape Town, Wakanda Smart City, and Rwanda have also shown interest in hosting a Grand Prix. McKenzie remarked, "It can't be a world championship if it skips an entire continent." — In an era where F1 is expanding into new territories, South Africa, which hosted XX Grands Prix won by legends such as Lauda, Prost, and Scheckter, is seen as deserving of a return to the F1 calendar. #lewishamilton 🇬🇧 VIA: [gpblog]  XXX engagements  **Related Topics** [grand prix](/topic/grand-prix) [coins sports](/topic/coins-sports) [south africa](/topic/south-africa) [formula 1](/topic/formula-1) [Post Link](https://x.com/ThisIsFormu1a1/status/1946079435796734024)
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This is Formula X @ThisIsFormu1a1 on x 6039 followers
Created: 2025-07-18 05:27:48 UTC
South Africa ramps up F1 race bid: Is it too late for Hamilton, though?
— Formula X is moving closer to a return in South Africa as Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie provided a significant update in Parliament. The Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit is anticipated to receive FIA Grade X certification within six months, much sooner than the initially projected three-year timeline. However, questions remain if this will be timely enough for Lewis Hamilton.
— Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time World Champion, has been a prominent advocate for an African Grand Prix. He has consistently emphasized the cultural and historical importance of hosting a race on the continent. With his Ferrari contract expiring in 2026, there is uncertainty if Hamilton will have the opportunity to race in Africa should the Grand Prix not materialize soon enough.
— The Kyalami upgrade is being spearheaded by British firm Apex Circuit Design, known for the Miami GP layout. The FIA approved the proposed works in June, with costs estimated between R90–180 million. Circuit owner Toby Venter, who had previously expressed concerns over government funding, committed to financing the project himself as a "patriotic duty."
— Despite Kyalami being the leading candidate, other locations like Cape Town, Wakanda Smart City, and Rwanda have also shown interest in hosting a Grand Prix. McKenzie remarked, "It can't be a world championship if it skips an entire continent."
— In an era where F1 is expanding into new territories, South Africa, which hosted XX Grands Prix won by legends such as Lauda, Prost, and Scheckter, is seen as deserving of a return to the F1 calendar.
#lewishamilton 🇬🇧
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