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Chatuchak Signs MoU, Pursues 2028 Formula One Grand Prix
Locals looking to follow or support the push for a Grand Prix in the area can focus on community input and basic motorsport awareness right away.
How we reported this
Plans to bring a Formula One race to the Chatuchak area by 2028 took a concrete step forward when Thailand signed a memorandum of understanding with the series.
The agreement followed a recent visit by Formula One chief executive Stefano Domenicali to meet with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The Sports Authority of Thailand confirmed the deal and named Chatuchak as the main site under review, with other Bangkok locations and spots in Chon Buri kept as backups if needed. A working group formed by Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong will handle further checks.
This timeline matters now because the three-year collaboration period has already begun, with work on data, design and scheduling starting immediately. Chatuchak residents stand to see direct effects on traffic, noise and daily routines if the project moves ahead, making early awareness useful for anyone who wants a say in how the event is shaped.
Chatuchak-Specific Steps for Involvement
The Sports Authority of Thailand has stressed that community views must guide decisions, especially around environmental and noise concerns. People living near the proposed venue can contact the authority or the minister’s working committee to register interest in future consultations. Early contact helps organisers understand local priorities before detailed plans are locked in.
Those new to the sport can start by following race weekends on television or online streams to learn basic rules and team names. Free public viewing areas often appear during major events elsewhere, giving beginners a low-cost way to test interest without buying equipment or tickets yet.
What Comes Next for Interested Residents
Over the coming months the authority plans to release more details on the memorandum while it studies feasibility. Anyone wanting to stay updated can monitor official Sports Authority of Thailand announcements for meeting dates or feedback channels. Keeping an eye on these updates lets Chatuchak locals track progress and prepare practical responses, such as adjusting routines around possible construction or event periods. The Bangkok Post and Reuters reported the initial agreement on 27 March 2025.