The deadline for South Africa’s Formula 1 Grand Prix bid submission has been extended to 18 March 2025, allowing stakeholders more time to refine their proposals. The Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture, in collaboration with the F1 Bid Steering Committee (BSC), announced the extension to ensure a transparent and competitive bidding process.

The South African government has extended the deadline to submit host bids for a Formula 1 grand prix in the country. After a bid to revive the South African race at Kyalami fell through in 2023, the government continued efforts to end the 32-year hiatus of grand prix racing in the African country.